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HUD's Proposals For Reform
October 19, 2002 On July 29, 2002, HUD released a set of proposals to substantially change the ways in which home loans are originated in the US.  As usual, the proposals were open for comment, and many thousands of them were received.  Mine was among them, and is shown ... more...

Pitfalls in the Financing of Home Construction
  March 22, 1999 " My wife and I are considering having a house built for us and I would like to know the basics of combination construction/permanent mortgages. What do we look out for?" Construction can ... more...

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RESPA
Real Estate Settlement Procedure Act (RESPA) A federal law passed in 1974 that requires lenders to provide home mortgage borrowers in advance with information of known or estimated settlement costs. RESPA also limits the amount lenders may require to be held in escrow for ... more...

Real Estate Investment Trust
Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) A trust that uses investors money to purchase and manage real estate. A Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is a company that invests its assets in real estate holdings. REIT investments may be excellent inflation hedge. REIT's ... more...

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A Powerful Suggested Technique for YOUR Home & Property Search
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How to Finance and Build Your Dream Home
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Unravelling The Real Estate Buying Process in Canada
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Is the Real Estate Bubble About to Burst?
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Closing Checklist
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Corporate Loans - Funding Industrial Growth
If individuals thought that they were the only ones who had the use for loans, then corporate loans will show them that they are incorrect. The corporates, who are deemed to have a large surplus of cash, too find themselves at the mercy of the loan providers (though not in the strictest sense of ... more...

How Much Home Can You Afford In Today's Market?
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Refinance Your Property Online
By refinancing your property online you can take advantage of competitive rates in the convenience of your home. You should consider refinancing your property if interest rates are lower, your financial situation has improved, or your credit rating has improved. Once you are ready to refinance, ... more...

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