Fewer Jobless Claims Suggests Higher Home Prices Ahead
February 14 2012
Economists believe the strength of the 2012 housing market will be closely tied to jobs. If they’re right, the housing market is ripe for a boost.
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Top 10 Sunniest Cities In the United States
February 13 2012
As compared to gloomy days, do “sunny days” put you in a good mood? See where your city ranks on the Sunniest Cities list.
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New to Omaha?
February 10 2012
Getting settled in a new city can seem like a daunting task. Where will I live? How long is the commute? What should I know about the school system? In the search for a new residence to call home, the house is the key factor, but also playing pivotal roles are education, healthcare, taxes, recreation and so much more. Calling Omaha home is a commitment to our quality of life and learning what it means to live “The Good Life.” …
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Revamped HARP : Unlimited Loan-to-Value And Same Great Rates
February 10 2012
The government’s new, revamped HARP program is 6 weeks from release. Homeowners are gearing up to refinance.
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Geothermal = Green
February 09 2012
A geothermal system has a tiny carbon footprint which is important for those who wish to live “green.” A geothermal system provides heating, cooling and hot water for the home all without burning anything such as wood, coal, as or other fossil fuels!
I was most curious to learn more about geothermal energy. Several of my new construction clients are asking about making the energy source in their new home geothermal. Although the upfront costs are still pretty steep the …
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Quick Tips : Boost Your Credit Score For Better Mortgage Rates
February 09 2012
Lenders are reserving lowest rates for the customers with high FICOs. Here’s a few ways to improve your credit score quickly.
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Federal Tax Deadline Extended To April 17, 2012
February 08 2012
For the 3rd time in 7 years, your federal income taxes will not be due April 15. They’ll be due Tuesday, April 17 instead.
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Lock An Instant 13% Savings On Your Monthly Mortgage Payment
February 07 2012
You could save 13% on your mortgage as compared to one year ago.
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The 10 Longest Commutes In The United States
February 06 2012
The national, average commute time is just 25.1 minutes. How long is yours?
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Banks Start To Loosen Up In Underwriting
February 03 2012
After a half-decade of tightening mortgage guidelines, banks are starting to “loosen up”.
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