RISMEDIA, May 26, 2010—Existing-home sales rose again in April 2010 with buyers motivated by the tax credit, improving consumer confidence and favorable affordability conditions, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Existing-home sales, which are completed …

RISMEDIA, June 4, 2010—Second homeowners who rent their homes to travelers, on average, generate more than $35,000 in rental income each year, according to HomeAway, one of the world’s leading online vacation rental marketplaces which …

RISMEDIA, June 5, 2010—(MCT)—Looking for a bargain? Actor Eddie Murphy’s 30-room Englewood, N.J., mansion, which went on the market in 2004 for $30 million, can be yours for $12.75 million.
And hip-hop entrepreneur Russell Simmons’ 35,000-square-foot …

RISMEDIA, June 7, 2010—Pending home sales have risen for three consecutive months, reflecting the broad impact of the home buyer tax credit and favorable housing affordability conditions, according to the National Association of Realtors.
The Pending …

RISMEDIA, June 8, 2010—(MCT)—Before Larry Thomas unloaded his Pompano Beach, Fla., home last fall for a fraction of what he paid, he cut a deal that will keep him from worrying about a huge debt …

RISMEDIA, June 10, 2010—If you’re like most homeowners, there is never a shortage of options when it comes to projects around the house. But studies have shown that some of the highest return on household …

RISMEDIA, June 11, 2010— (MCT)—Stuck in a house you can’t afford or can’t sell for more than you owe on it? Beware the Web, where you’ll see plenty of claims that short sales will save …

RISMEDIA, June 15, 2010—Alexander E. Perriello III, president and chief executive officer of the Realogy Franchise Group, said real estate industry leaders are asking Congress to extend the June 30 closing deadline imposed by the …

RISMEDIA, June 16, 2010—The size of new single-family homes completed declined last year, dropping to a nationwide average of 2,438 square feet, according to detailed information about the characteristics of new homes completed in 2009 …

RISMEDIA, May 25, 2010—Those who missed taking advantage of the first-time buyer tax credit but who are still planning the purchase of their first home, continue to have a wealth of opportunities in today’s marketplace. …