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Lenders Would Welcome Reformed FHA Products A new study revelas that the decline in FHA market share in the mortgage industry is the lack of a zero down payment loan program. Choosing a Home Inspector One of the most important people you will meet in the purchase of a home is your home inspector. While most people have their homes inspected, many don't really think about the person inspecting the home. Homes Sell Fast in Top 12 Metro Areas Despite all of the talk of downturn and slowdown, some markets are still quite hot. Housing Slide Affects Lenders The slowdown in the US housing market is leaving many of America's largest mortgage lenders to adapt new business plans. Appraisals Help Price Homes Many homeowners are now paying to have an appraisal performed on their home before putting it on the market. Alan Hummel, chief appraiser for Forsythe Appraisals LLC of St. Paul, Minn. says that many homeowners are willing to pay the cost upfront. House Approves Increase in FHA Limits The House of Representatives approved a bill to increase the FHA's lending limits and reduce payment restrictions. The bill, which will help low-income and first-time home buyers, was sponsored by Ohio Representative Bob Ney. It received almost unanimous support by the house with a 415-7 vote. House Approves Increase in FHA Limits The House of Representatives approved a bill to increase the FHA's lending limits and reduce payment restrictions. The bill, which will help low-income and first-time home buyers, was sponsored by Ohio Representative Bob Ney. It received almost unanimous support by the house with a 415-7 vote. June Housing Starts Down The Commerce Department reports that June home building declined to the slowest rate in a year and a half. The Northeast reportedly experienced a decline in single-family housing starts of 32.8%. Overall, the country saw a 5.4% decline in housing starts. Foreclosures Increase in the South According to a recent report, foreclosures appear to be increasing in the South. Foreclosure.com 2006 Mid-year Market Analysis listed five southern states in its top ten highest foreclosure rates to date. Foreclosures Offer New Opportunities Foreclosures are being considered "golden opportunities", according to a recent report.Foreclosure.com Mid-year Analysis..... How Much Do Builders Make On A House? After all is said and done, how much does your builder walk away with? Do you wonder how a builder decides what to charge for a new home? You know that you pay for the lumber, carpet, fixtures and all the details, but how is the final price determined? Choosing A Selling Agent To Sell Your Home Choosing a selling agent, or listing agent, to handle the sale of your home is a big decision. You want an agent that can sell your home quickly for what you want for it. Homeowners Worry About Losing Their Homes A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors shows that one out of three homeowners are concerned that they will have to sell their homes. Pressures include rising property taxes and increased electrical, fuel and energy costs. What Should You Know Before You Buy? When you are buying a home, often you become blinded by the idea of the home. It is easy to see your future there and not see the actual home. You may focus on the cheery holidays spent around the fireplace and fail to see the cracks in the ceiling. Report Shows Housing Markets Cooling The U.S. Market Risk Index shows that while some housing markets are cooling, the economy has cushioned the decline in home prices. Don't Overlook the Community Association Rules When you are buying a house or a condo, you have to consider the guidelines of the community association before you buy the home. New Home Sales Unexpectedly Rise in May The sales of new homes unexpectedly rose in May as unsold homes fill the market. Purchases rose by 4.6% in May to an annual rate of 1.234 million, said the Commerce Department on Monday. There were 556,000 homes for sale at the end of May, up from a record 560,000 the month before. Are You Ready to Buy a Home? Buying your first home is a big step. How do you really know that you are ready? Look Closely at a Model Home Model homes have proven to be a great selling tool. The builder saves money by using the same blueprints over and over. They buyer gets the opportunity to see what the home will look like completed before it is built.