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Archived Newsletters
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Topic |
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September, 2009
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Don't Forget Resale |
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August, 2009
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Laying the Groundwork |
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July, 2009
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Developing a Mortgage Strategy |
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June, 2009
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Fast Track Your Mortgage |
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May, 2009
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Helping Hands |
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April, 2009
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Pricing Considerations |
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March, 2009
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Going Forward |
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February, 2009
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Inspectors and Inspections |
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January, 2009
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"Put a Lid on It" |
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December, 2008
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Resale or New Build? |
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November, 2008
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Changes in the Mortgage Market |
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October, 2008
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Preparation Times 3 |
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September, 2008
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Build Your Home Equity Quicker |
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August, 2008
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Buying Foreclosures |
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July, 2008
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What a House Is--and Isn't |
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May, 2008
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Buying With Common Sense |
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April, 2008
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Understanding Representation |
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March, 2008
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Setting a Timeline |
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February, 2008
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Good News? |
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January, 2008
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Lessons Learned |
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December, 2007
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Understanding Closing/Settlement Costs |
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November, 2007
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What Determines Price? |
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October, 2007
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Dealing With a Housing Upheaval |
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September, 2007
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Inspection Essentials |
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August, 2007
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Online Resources |
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July, 2007
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Mortgage Preparations |
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June, 2007
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A Team Building Exercise |
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May, 2007
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Ready, Set, Close |
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April, 2007
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Tax Changes for PMI |
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March, 2007
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Buy or Sell First? |
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February, 2007
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Prepare for Your Move |
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January, 2007
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Do Your Research |
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December, 2006
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Making Property Comparisons |
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November, 2006
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Give Your Budget a "Tune Up" |
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October, 2006
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Dealing With A Changing Market |
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September, 2006
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Developing a Mortgage Strategy |
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August, 2006
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Finding a Neighborhood |
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July, 2006
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Are We Entering a Buyer's Market? |
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June, 2006
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Gettng the Representation You Deserve |
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May, 2006
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The Steps to Take |
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April, 2006
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Negotiations in a Changing Market |
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March, 2006
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Buy or Rent: 2006 Style |
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February, 2006
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The Housing Gold Rush |
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January, 2006
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Cosmetic Improvements Can Reap Big Rewards |
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December, 2005
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Owning a House Free and Clear |
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November, 2005
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Is the Bubble Ready to Burst? |
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October, 2005
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Buying Investment Property |
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September, 2005
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Check Your Emotions at the Door |
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August, 2005
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The Correct Mindset To Be Shopping For A Home |
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July, 2005
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Making Comparisons |
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June, 2005
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A Smart Approach to Pricing |
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May, 2005
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Interest Only Mortgages |
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April, 2005
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Closing and Settlement |
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March, 2005
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Homeowner's Associations |
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February, 2005
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Offers and Contracts: Protecting Your Interests |
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January, 2005
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The Right Home for You |
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December, 2004
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Preparing for Repairs and Maintenance |
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November, 2004
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Qualifying for a Mortgage |
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October, 2004
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Understanding CMAs |
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September, 2004
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Buy Low, Sell High |
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August, 2004
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Various Home Inspections |
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July, 2004
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Mortgages: More Than Just Rates |
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June, 2004
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Credit Issues |
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May, 2004
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Should We Build? |
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April, 2004
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Don't Mortgage Your Life Away |
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March, 2004
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Prepare First, Then Negotiate |
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February, 2004
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Avoiding Nasty (and Expensive) Mistakes |
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January, 2004
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Finding a Home: Effective Techniques |
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December, 2003
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Buying for the Future |
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November, 2003
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Choosing an Agent |
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October, 2003
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Transition from Renting to Buying |
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September, 2003
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Sharpening Your Budget |
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August, 2003
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Overbuying: When is it Too Much? |
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July, 2003
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Understanding Offers |
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June, 2003
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How to Build Equity |
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May, 2003
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Buying "Fixer-Uppers" |
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April, 2003
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Determining Value |
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March, 2003
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Major Mortgage Mistakes |
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February, 2003
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Foregoing a Home Inspection |
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January, 2003
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Getting a Grip on Pricing and Values |
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December, 2002
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Buy or Rent? |
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November, 2002
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Your Home as an Investment |
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October, 2002
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Don't Forget the Extra Costs |
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September, 2002
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Insurance, Insurance, Insurance |
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August, 2002
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A Common Sense Approach |
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July, 2002
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The Final Walk-Through |
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June, 2002
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Understanding Appraisals |
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May, 2002
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Preparing for Settlement |
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April, 2002
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Making Mortgage Comparisons |
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March, 2002
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Legal Aspects of Building a Home |
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February, 2002
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Understanding PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) |
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January, 2002
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Overpaying Can Ruin Your Financial Health |
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December, 2001
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Winning at Negotiation |
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November, 2001
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Credit and Home Buying |
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October, 2001
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Economic Effects |
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September, 2001
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Mortgage Qualifying |
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August, 2001
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Changing Your Mind |
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July, 2001
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Buying for Your Needs |
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June, 2001
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Budgeting for Home Ownership |
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May, 2001
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Using a Buyer's Agent |
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April, 2001
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Maximizing Your Downpayment |
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March, 2001
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Buy Less, Get More |
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February, 2001
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Choosing the Right Mortgage |
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January, 2001
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Understanding Contracts |
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Nov/Dec, 2000
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Building a Winning Team |
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October, 2000
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First Time Buyer Programs |
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September, 2000
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Closing Costs |
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August, 2000
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Buying a Home Online |
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July, 2000
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Buying With Resale in Mind |
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June, 2000
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Effective Negotiation |
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May, 2000
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Dealing With Market and Rate Volatility |
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April, 2000
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Balancing Your Needs and Wants |
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March, 2000
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Mortgages: Compare But Be Aware! |
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February, 2000
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Downpayments |
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January, 2000
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Smooth and Painless Closings |
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December, 1999
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New or existing homes: Which is right for you? |
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November, 1999
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What is the "Right" Price? |
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October, 1999
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125% Mortgages: Good or Bad? |
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September, 1999
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Home Inspections |
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August, 1999
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15 Year Mortgages |
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July, 1999
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Making an Offer |
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June, 1999
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Understanding Agency: Don't Get Shortchanged |
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