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Which U.S. Cities Are the Worst for Real Estate?

The real estate industry is struggling with an epidemic of home sales, a slowdown in construction and an unprecedented wave of job losses.But it also appears that the United States has some of the worst neighborhoods in the country.The latest data from real estate website Trulia shows that the country’s 20 biggest metro areas ranked…

A Maine real estate license expires in less than a month, but real estate school says the real estate market is still weak

A Maine license to rent a two-bedroom home in a residential area of the state expires this month and could cause a shortage of housing for the foreseeable future, according to the Maine Real Estate License Board.Maine residents are eligible to rent an apartment, but only for two years.If a property owner renews the license,…

How to find a new Florida home for $250K real estate

The real estate market in Florida is booming, with the state ranking among the nation’s hottest markets.However, for those looking to buy or sell their home in Florida, the options are limited.This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer to sell or an offer for sale, nor should…

The latest: Federal regulators may be poised to take action against mortgage giants in wake of mortgage fraud investigation

Federal regulators are likely to soon issue new guidance on mortgage brokers, warning them not to offer mortgages to people who have never even paid the mortgage, a move that could have a ripple effect for the industry and could make it harder for some companies to compete with each other.A number of big banks…

The most expensive home ever bought?

Buyers in the United States are increasingly willing to spend a fortune on new properties.In some states, the average price has climbed to more than $5 million, according to a report by the real estate analytics firm Zillow.Here’s what you need to know.1.The most affordable homes are in the US and Canada 1.5 million people…

How to buy real estate in Australia

It’s been a year since I first bought a house in Australia and the real estate market is still in flux.But it is an incredibly rewarding time for buyers and sellers, and it’s one where you can be confident in the information that you’re getting.So to keep you on track, we have put together a…

Alabama real estate agents report a $1.8 million loss in 2014

A new report from the Alabama Real Estate Commission shows the agency’s revenue from real estate commissions fell $1,849,906 in 2014, or a 0.3% decline from the previous year.The revenue loss was due to an increase in the amount of commissions earned by agents and a decline in the number of commissions offered, said the…

Why you shouldn’t go to Australia and buy a house

Real estate market in Australia is one of the most highly volatile markets in the world.That’s why it’s so important you don’t invest in one before you know how much it’s going to cost.That said, you can still get some value for your money if you buy in a good area.Here are some things to…

How to get a house for a fraction of what it cost to buy in Arizona

With the help of an online real estate crowdfunding platform, a man hopes to pay off his mortgage with his first-ever home.Real estate crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe and Crowdsale are offering to lend a person the money they need to buy a home, but often it’s more difficult to get those types of loans when…

When to move?: It’s a tough decision, but moving is the right thing to do for your family

The move is the last thing that the family wants to do.But for some people, moving can be the best thing for their finances and their lives.For a lot of people, the move is a big decision that they will have to make for the rest of their lives, especially if they are making the…

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