Real Estate
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Homeowners have a short time to rescind their refinancingSep 05, 2009 11:00 pm - Borrowers who refinance loans on their primary residences with lenders other than their current lender have a "right of rescission." They can cancel the deal at no cost ...
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What if your developer is broke?Sep 03, 2009 11:00 pm - Over the years, I have addressed numerous issues dealing with condominium and homeowners association developers, such as warranty defects, conveyance of common areas, tu...
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Foreclosure-prevention company: A rescue or rip-off?Sep 03, 2009 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON - How's this for a business plan to make money during the housing bust? You buy or rent lists of recent default filings from across the country - thousands of...
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You can find many types of landscape lightingSep 03, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I need some efficient outdoor lighting by my deck and backyard landscaping for security and entertaining. I am not an electrician, so I need something simple to insta...
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Parents' equity in home may cut college aid for kidsSep 03, 2009 11:00 pm - Perhaps it's unfair, but some colleges and universities will give little or no financial aid to students whose parents have a lot of built-up equity in a home. Q. Our so...
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A how-to guide for staining a concrete floorSep 03, 2009 11:00 pm - Stained concrete floors are becoming more and more popular by the day. They can be fun to do, and are a great alternative to standard flooring. There are some interestin...
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What comes first? The siding or the windows?Aug 29, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. What comes first, new windows or new siding? I have contracted for new vinyl siding and Marvin fiberglass windows and sliding patio door. The window contractor thinks...
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Homeowner blames 'nitpicking' inspector for killing saleAug 29, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. A home inspector recently came to our house and scared off our buyers with false assumptions about our foundation and with nit-picky disclosures of all kinds. Our fou...
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Landlord and tenant disputes often center around security depositAug 29, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I recently vacated my apartment and am in a dispute with the resident manager about the proper charges for cleaning and repairs. We had a three-bedroom unit, and I li...
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Fewer wood studs are used to build homes todayAug 27, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I plan to build a new house. I know a traditional lumber-framed house is not the most efficient, but I have a cheap source of lumber. What are some tips for building ...