Affordable bliss; this traditional exterior styled property is full of contemporary flair inside. Finishes normally found only in much more expensive homes include custom concrete countertops, bamboo floors, slate tile floors in the baths and kitchen, undermount sink and trey ceiling in the mast
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06/02/2009
How do I apply for the tax credit? All eligible homebuyers simply claim the credit on their IRS form 1040 tax return. Attach the new form 5405. There is no pre-purchase authorization, application or similar approval process. Print out the form: First Time Home Buyer Credit Form Luke Mullins
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06/02/2009
The 2009 HUD Mortgage Letter which was to follow the FHA ruling allowing the credit to be used as down payment was rescinded almost as quickly as it was posted to the HUD website. The credit itself was not going to be used, however HUD approved lenders would be able to loan against the credi
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06/01/2009
North Carolina's foreclosure rate is low. Why? In large part, because there are fewer subprime loans made here. Almost a third of homes in the state are owned free and clear. In addition, over 50%, 53% to be exact, of homes loans are prime loans. Only 6% of loans are FHA or VA. A remarkabl
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05/20/2009
There is a rumor that Suntrust Bank has discontinued 100% financing doctor loans. Jennifer Foster of Suntrust asks, "We are NOT pulling this program. It is one our strongest loan portfolios and we intend on keeping it for a long time."
05/19/2009
Last week's HUD Mortgage Letter which was to follow the FHA ruling allowing the credit to be used as down payment was rescinded almost as quickly as it was posted to the HUD website. The credit itself was not going to be used, however HUD approved lenders would be able to loan against
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05/19/2009
Wonderful food. The Best Dish NC contest recently named their top picks in the casual dining and fine dining categories. The winners span from the mountains to the sea. If you are traveling to any area of the state, check out these proven locally owned restaurants. Find them here: http
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05/14/2009
Five pounds have melted away and my family has enjoyed a boatload of fresh vegetables and flowers as part of the deal. How? I volunteer one morning a week at a local organic farm. That's not the only benefit. My garden looks better than ever. I have learned so much; how to use tools p
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05/13/2009
Chatham and Orange counties are among only 4 of the 100 counties in NC to have its air quality ranked among America's cleanest for short term particle pollution according to the 2009 State of the Air report. What that means is these two counties ranked among the cleanest for short term
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05/13/2009
Your home continues to be one of your best and most reliable investments. Our area is the fastest growing in the country, so price continue to be stable. Homes under $400,000 continue modest appreciation. Homes over $400,000 are keeping their value, although re-sales are slow because of bloa
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03/23/2009
