With 2010 coming to a close, the “experts” are out in full force, making predictions for next year’s housing and mortgage markets on business television and in the papers.

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The number of single-family Housing Starts increased in November, adding 30,000 units as compared to October.

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According to the United States Fire Administration, in 2008, there were an estimated 378,200 in-home fires. Combined, these fires caused $8 billion in property damage and killed 2,600 people.

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November marked the first time since February 2009 that the number of monthly foreclosures filings failed to surpass 300,000 units.

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In this 4-minute video from the DIY Network, you’ll learn how to identify your home’s leaky windows, and how to seal them with caulk. The job requires a little bit of elbow grease, but it’s manageable for even the notice handyman.

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Christmas is more than a religous holiday – its a season that reminds us of family, and childhood, and giving – and this cartoon from 1953 is a simple and pleasant childhood experience rom a quieter and simpler era. So if you’re spending some time on the computer today, take a minute to relive a [...]

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BusinessWeek recently released its America’s Best Place to Raise a Family list. Chicago suburb Tinley Park, Illinois, topped the list.

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Home security experts recommend motion-detector lighting to be installed on all 4 sides of a home. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial of how to get it done.

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Looking for an extra 2010 tax deduction? Consider making your January mortgage payment a few days early.

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it’s a fantastic time to be a Philadelphia home buyer where 66.3 percent of all new and existing homes sold in the third quarter were affordable

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