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Canceling Private Mortgage Insurance (1)
November 6, 2000 "Is it true that if my house appreciates to where I have 20% equity, I can have my mortgage insurance cancelled?" "My lender refuses to cancel my mortgage insurance because [Fill in the blank with any of a dozen reasons]. Is this legitimate ... more...

Which Reverse Mortgage Option Do I Choose?
October 20, 2003 "I am 75 and plan to take out a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage. My problem is that I keep vacillating between the different options. One day I think I want the credit line and the next day I think I want something else. Can you help?" I can?t give you any specific ... more...

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Depreciation
Depreciation Decline in the value of a house due to wear and tear, obsolescence, adverse changes in the neighborhood, or any other reason. Depreciation is treated as an expense and is a line item on an income statement. Depreciation can only be applied to the building and not ... more...

Survey
Survey A measurement of land, diagram, prepared by a registered land surveyor, showing the location of the land, legal boundaries with reference to know points, its dimensions, and the location and dimensions of any buildings. ... more...

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How To Create An Organized Filing System
Introduction The test of a good filing system is being able to find something when you need it, regardless of how you choose to organize it. However, there are two basic approaches to setting up a filing system: Establish categories for like items by subject (e.g., Hobbies) Establish an index ... more...

Reducing Debt Through Lower Interest Loans
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The Mind of the Real Estate Investor
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Book Summary: What Is The Emperor Wearing?
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Brand Awareness - Brand Identity
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Designer Handbags Reach Record High Average $2,000 Fall 2005
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Guidelines For Assembling Your Real Estate Investing Team
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Phishing, Fraudulent, and Malicious Websites
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Mailing Lists Keeping it Simple
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