Thursday, August 7, 2008

real estate

Real Estate TV Show Star Reportedly Arrested

TMZ says the star of "Million Dollar Listing" was arrested for allegedly swiping art. more >>

How Home Buyers Can Get That Big Discount

Redfin offers "guidance for when buyers can demand a large discount." more >>

How to Avoid 'Foreclosure Rescue Scams'

Scam artists are using the housing crisis to take advantage of already distressed property owners. more >>

Hobbit Crisis: The Shire in Foreclosure

Lord of the Rings-themed village development hits financial turmoil. more >>

Owners Optimistically Valuing Their Homes

Survey finds that most homeowners are upbeat about the value of their homes, despite gloomy numbers. more >>

Landlord Allegedly Crashes in on Tardy Tenants

Property owner reportedly rammed his vehicle into his tenants' home after they were late on rent. more >>

Commissions Are Negotiable—for Those Who Ask

Consumer Reports finds that those who request a discount on an agent’s commission usually get it. more >>

County Has a 42-Year Supply of Vacant Lots

It may be more than four decades before one Florida county works off its excess inventory. more >>

Builder Lures Home Buyers With Free Hondas

Developer hopes the fuel-efficient incentive will spark more interest in his rural properties. more >>

7 Things Every Home Buyer Needs to Know

Advice for those looking to brave the turbulent housing market more >>

Healy Wins Housing Rumble

ForSaleByOwner.com executive takes the title in online debate. more >>

8 Tips to Help You Qualify for a Mortgage

As lenders grow more cautious, getting a home loan could become more challenging. more >>

Housing Rumble Polls Open

Who won—the real estate agent or the 'for sale by owner' executive? more >>

Secrets of Staging: Sell Your House for More, Quickly

How prepping your house can change the minds of buyers. more >>

The Chuck Norris Home Deduction

You’re going to demolish it anyway; why not have an elite police force kick the doors in first? more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 6)

A real estate agent and a 'for sale by owner' executive square off. more >>

Housing Pain: Broker Allegedly Swipes Pills

Real estate professional is accused of stealing pain medication from houses. more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 5)

A real estate agent and a 'for sale by owner' executive square off. more >>

Gas Prices May Revive Cities

Urban planners finally see a way to curb sprawl. more >>

Donald Trump Pulls a Slowdown Flip

Housing crisis doesn't stop the Donald from selling his Florida mansion for $100 million. more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 4)

A real estate agent and a 'for sale by owner' executive square off. more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 3)

A real estate agent and a “for sale by owner” executive square off. more >>

<em>Forbes</em>’s Top 10 Cities to Buy a Home

The list features several spots in the Lone Star State. more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 2)

A real estate agent and a 'for sale by owner' executive square off. more >>

Housing Rumble: Do You Need an Agent? (Day 1)

A real estate agent and a "for sale by owner" company executive square off. more >>

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