“WASHINGTON — Spring buying pushed home prices up for a third straight month in most major U.S. cities in June. But the housing market remains shaky, and further price declines are expected this year.”
“(MCT)—Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are publicly traded companies that guarantee the majority of new mortgages in the U.S. They are key players in the government’s foreclosure-prevention initiative—most notably, the Making Home Affordable program.”
“Home prices in the U.S. increased in July for the fourth consecutive month, inching up 0.8 percent on a month-over-month basis, according to a report Tuesday from financial information company CoreLogic Inc. (NYSE: CLGX), of Santa Ana.”
“Question: I live in a rental unit managed by a large realty company. The flat is in a very desirable location and I have lived there for 15 years. I have been an excellent tenant – always pay rent on time, no problems, etc.”
“In the more than four years of the real estate recession, many wanna-be homeowners have been hunting for houses way above their realistic price range, banking on the hope that they can make a lowball offer and get it accepted.”
“Where is housing stronger: Orange or Villa Park? Every two weeks, Orange County broker Steve Thomas publishes a report on the supply of local homes for sale. The latest report — as of August 18 says the Orange market is quicker while Villa Park has relatively fewer distressed properties among its listings.” Click here for full article.
“Where’s housing doing better this summer: Placentia or Yorba Linda? Let’s see what one analysis of real estate for sale shows! Every two weeks, Orange County broker Steve Thomas publishes a report on the supply of local homes for sale. Here’s what the latest report — as of August 18 — has to say …”
“Authorities have arrested seven people, including some in the United States illegally, on suspicion of posing as owners of at least 20 homes they were renting, taking out $5.9 million in home-equity loans and pocketing the cash.” Click here for full article.
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