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5 Signs It's Time to Fire Your Association Manager

Terminating your contract with your association management company should not be done for light or transient reasons. But when an association management firm, for whatever reason, engages in a sustained series ...

Tags: Property Manager – Property Management – HOA Board – HOA – Association

HAFA provides new short sale and deed-in-lieu options

A new federal government program, called Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives, encourages lenders to pursue alternatives to foreclosure. Millions Facing Foreclosure No homeowner wants to face...

Tags: HAFA – Homeowner – Foreclosure – Staff Pick

Owner Financing: How To Reduce Your Risk

Offering owner financing for the sale of your home can be a scary proposition, but there are ways to reduce your risk. Offering owner financing to a potential buyer of your home can provide you with an...

Tags: Homeowner – Staff Pick

FHA Streamline Refinance FAQ

This FAQ will answer your questions about the FHA Streamline Refinance program which was created by the FHA to make it quick and easy to refinance your existing FHA loan. What is the FHA Streamline Refinance...

Tags: Homeowner – FHA Loan – Mortgage

What are the FHA Loan Requirements?

Surprisingly, FHA loans are some of the easiest to qualify for. In order to know how to qualify for an FHA, you need to know the FHA loan requirements. FHA Loan Requirements The FHA is a part of HUD (U.S....

Tags: Homeowner – FHA Loan – Mortgage – Staff Pick

Selecting a Home Improvement Contractor

Selecting a Contractor Home improvements and repairs can cost thousands of dollars and are the subject of frequent complaints. When selecting a contractor: Get recommendations and references. Talk to...

Tags: Homeowner – Consumer Information – Home-Improvement

How To Buy A Short Sale Property

You’ll need time and the right temperament to purchase a short sale property, but you could save thousands if you do. It’s no secret that some great real estate deals are out there, thanks to our...

Tags: Staff Pick – Association

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