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Will First Time Borrowers Save the Housing Market?

May 6th, 2008

Economist say we are seeing some action with first time home buyers. For the economy to rebound it has to start with the housing market, so can first time buyers boost the market or are there too few options available for this to happen? Also with lower housing prices, what do you need to do as a seller to make sure your house sells in this first time buyer’s market?

For more on this read:
U.S. housing slump may require tax credit to encourage buyers
Part one: Shoppers can get more house for their money across price ranges
First-time home buyers have few options

Home Equity vs. Line of Credit in Today’s Market

April 8th, 2008

What is the difference between a home equity loan and a HELOC? Find out the main differences between the two and which one might be a smarter choice in todays market.

For more on this read:
Thousands of Homeowners Facing HELOC Foreclosure
When HEL Freezes Over — Who’s out in the cold with the HELOC freeze?
The $1.1 Trillion HELOC Problem