San Antonio named a best place to live by RelocateAmerica.com
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BRIGHTON, Mich., April 20 /PRNewswire/ – The three most important things to remember when moving and buying a new home are: location, location, location. As potential homebuyers start looking …

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NAR Study Finds Americans Prefer Smart-Growth Communities
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 6, 2011—Americans favor walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods, with 56% of respondents preferring smart growth neighborhoods over neighborhoods that require more driving between home, work and recreation. That’s according to a recent study, the Community …

Rulemaking Could Crimp the American Dream: Broad Homeownership on the Line in Washington This Week
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 5, 2011—Recently, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation became the first of six government agencies to adopt for public comment a proposed rule concerning risk retention on mortgage-backed securities, as required by section 941 …

Buyer’s Market Spurs Confidence in Young Professionals and Affluent Homeowners
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 4, 2011—As the cold temperatures become a distant memory, and the spring selling season gains momentum, consumers have come to agree on one thing—now’s a good time to get off the fence and …

Reforming America’s Housing Finance Market
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 2, 2011—The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) recognizes the need for an orderly transition from the current form of the secondary mortgage market to a new structure that removes some of the pitfalls …

Home Warranties Protect Homeowners during Extreme Weather; Attract Buyers in Competitive Real Estate Market
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 1, 2011—Extreme temperatures across the nation contributed to a record-breaking year for home warranty claims, and now with a glut of homes for sale across the country, home warranties to cover major systems …

Let’s Talk: The Top Life-Improving Reasons to Master the Lost Art of Conversation
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, March 31, 2011—LOL and BRB might be key communication elements in a texting, emailing, social-media-obsessed world, but they don’t make for high quality communication or conversation. Sometimes you might not even know what your …

Appraisal Institute Issues Earth Day Call to Real Estate Community for Collaboration
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 20, 2011—In celebration of Earth Day (April 22), the Appraisal Institute called on the world’s real estate community to join in helping ensure reliable valuations for sustainable “green” buildings. The Appraisal Institute is …

For Your Clients: How to Complete Home Renovations on a Budget
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 18, 2011—As the interest in home renovations continues to grow, homeowners are constantly looking for ways to get the job done without depleting their bank account. With numerous steps and details involved in …

Regional Spotlight: Home Sales Increase across New England in March 2011
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 18, 2011—Spring is in bloom this month as home sales increased an impressive 37.7% across New England with each state experiencing an upswing. Pricing also showed signs of stabilization with a slight overall …

HUD to Offer Grants to Fix Housing-Related Health Hazards
April 22, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

RISMEDIA, April 14, 2011—The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced that it is making grants available to help eliminate lead-based paint and other housing related health hazards from lower income homes. The funding …