Real Estate
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A worn-out plug is shockingly easy to replaceJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - Having an electrical issue in your home could be shocking! There are some electrical repairs that should be left to the pros, but something like a faulty plug is easy fo...
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Re-scoring can sometimes secure better credit for mortgage applicantJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON - Call it the great real estate disconnect of 2010: Mortgage rates have been at half-century lows and home prices have stabilized, but applications for mortga...
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Kane County town offers fresh air, friendly facesJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - Burlington, a quaint little rural community in Kane County, offers great schools, friendly folks and large open spaces. One resident moved to Burlington because of its s...
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Real Estate 'bloggers' can avoid lawsuitsJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - The Internet has provided millions of Americans with the opportunity to sound off about various real estate issues, but bloggers who aren't careful can find themselves i...
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Furnace code violations often in an inspection reportJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. When I bought my house, the home inspector found nothing wrong with the furnace, but his report says: "The furnace may need maintenance or repair soon." This did ...
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A history of condos, Part II: Killing the boardJul 22, 2010 11:00 pm - We begin our history with engravings found in caves of an ancient civilization founded on the concept of communal living, sharing and division of labor and social gather...
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Bargan prices, low interest rates prompting singles to buy homesJul 17, 2010 11:00 pm - Bargain home prices, low interest rates and the now-expired federal tax credit have combined over the last year to change the housing habits of many young singles. Inste...
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Reducing the risk of another mortgage messJul 17, 2010 11:00 pm - The basic facts about the financial crisis that originated in the home mortgage market are not in dispute: The housing bubble that preceded the financial crisis was rein...
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Roofing job causing issues with cathedral ceiling, water stainsJul 17, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. About four years ago our condo association decided to give us new roofs. After the roof was put on, I noticed they forgot to reinstall the soffit vents. It took t...
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Hush now, liens really do die after two yearsJul 17, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I read your explanation of how liens against your home will die a natural death, but I was given different information by several attorneys. If you wait out the t...