The FHA published its 2010 loan limits. There’s no change from 2009.
Entries from January 2010
2010 FHA Loan Limits Released
January 19th, 2010 · Comments Off on 2010 FHA Loan Limits Released
Tags: FHA Mortgages
Home Buyers Get A Green Light : Pending Home Sales Plunge In November
January 18th, 2010 · Comments Off on Home Buyers Get A Green Light : Pending Home Sales Plunge In November
Just one month after touching a 3-year high, the National Association of Realtors® Pending Home Sales index plunged in November. A “pending” home sale is a home that is under contract to sell, but has yet to close. The 16 percent drop marks the first retreat in Pending Home Sales since January of last year.
Tags: Pending Home Sales
Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
January 17th, 2010 · Comments Off on Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
Many homeowners are interested in boosting the energy efficiency of their homes and one factor that is important is it’s hot water usage. Currently, the most popular energy-efficient option for water heating is a tankless water heater, also known as an on-demand system. Unlike a traditional tank that heats a reservoir of water 24 hours […]
Tags: Real Estate
How To Remove Mildew Smells From A Front-Loading Washing Machine
January 17th, 2010 · Comments Off on How To Remove Mildew Smells From A Front-Loading Washing Machine
As compared to its top-loading counterpart, a front-loader can handle larger clothing loads, is gentler on garments, and uses about 1/3 of the water. However, because its design prevents water from fully draining, a front-loading washer can be a haven for mold and bacteria if not cared for properly.
Tags: Consumer Interest · Home Appliances
Would Your Kitchen Pass A Health Inspection?
January 11th, 2010 · Comments Off on Would Your Kitchen Pass A Health Inspection?
Americans spend a lot of time cooking and eating in their kitchens. What are you doing to keep yours germ- and bacteria-free?
Tags: Consumer Interest · Home How To · Just For Fun
Home Prices On The Rise, Says The October Home Price Index Report
January 9th, 2010 · Comments Off on Home Prices On The Rise, Says The October Home Price Index Report
More positive signals from housing — home values are still on the rise. According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, after posting its first quarterly increase since 2007 this past September, the Home Price Index rose by another 0.6 percent in October. Prices are up in 4 of the last six months.
Tags: Economy · Home Values · Local · New Jersey · Pennsylvania · Real Estate
How To Make A Self-Watering Plant Container
January 8th, 2010 · Comments Off on How To Make A Self-Watering Plant Container
Self-watering plant containers are the ultimate in laziness or convenience, depending on your perspective. You can buy them on Amazon.com for $26 a piece, or you can watch this 3-minute, step-by-step video from Video Jug and build one all on your own. You’ll only need a few basic supplies in addition to fresh soil and some tools
Tags: Home Gardening
Facebook Security
January 7th, 2010 · Comments Off on Facebook Security
Image via CrunchBase Are you a Facebook user that has received a message that says, ‘I saw you in a video’, only to find when you opened it, there was no video but a virus to deal with? Just like emails, Facebook messages can contain viruses. Remember the rule, don’t clink on links, unless you […]
Tags: Just For Fun · Social Medial · Technology
Upon Closer Inspection, The Federal Reserve Isn’t 100% Positive About The Future Of The Economy
January 7th, 2010 · 2 Comments
Both mortgage rates and home affordability took a turn for the better Wednesday after the Federal Reserve released its December 15-16, 2009 meeting minutes.
Tags: FOMC Minutes
How To Erase Furniture Scratches With A Walnut
January 7th, 2010 · Comments Off on How To Erase Furniture Scratches With A Walnut
In this short video from HowCast, you’ll learn how to use a walnut and a soft cloth to erase scratches from furniture.
Tags: Consumer Interest · Home How To · Just For Fun