Articles filed under Residential Real Estate
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U.S. new home starts jump to fastest pace in 4 yearsNov 20, 2012 7:58 am - WASHINGTON — U.S. builders started construction last month on the most homes and apartments since July 2008, more evidence that the housing recovery is gaining momentum....
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Despite concerns, Arlington Heights approves medical building expansionNov 20, 2012 1:45 am - The Arlington Heights village board authorized a proposed expansion to a medical building along Rand Road on Monday amid concerns from neighboring residents. Trustees’ u...
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Hoffman Estates home for disabled adults gets renovationsNov 19, 2012 7:02 pm - A home for disabled adults in Hoffman Estates has a new kitchen, thanks to the generosity of the Home Depot and Rebuilding Together, a nonprofit organization that provid...
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U.S. homebuilder confidence at 6-year highNov 19, 2012 8:24 am - LOS ANGELES — Confidence among U.S. homebuilders rose this month to its highest level in six and a half years, driven by strong demand for newly built homes and growing ...
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U.S. home sales rise 2.1 percent in OctoberNov 19, 2012 8:23 am - WASHINGTON — U.S. sales of previously occupied homes rose solidly in October, helped by improvement in the job market and record-low mortgage rates. The increase along w...
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Small banks feel squeezed in home loansNov 17, 2012 10:00 pm - WASHINGTON — Community banks say they may be pushed out of the residential mortgage market, leaving it in the hands of a few lending giants, because of an effort by glob...
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Spacious Inverness ranch leaves a lasting impressionNov 17, 2012 3:33 am - Those who are searching for one-level living need to search no more. This beautiful brick ranch home on more than 2 acres in Inverness’ premium McIntosh subdivision is i...
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Keep association matters off your employer’s emailNov 17, 2012 3:24 am - Q. Is it a good idea for a board member of an association to communicate about association matters using their employer’s email? A. A board member should generally not c...
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Elgin housing agency helps families secure the American dreamNov 16, 2012 11:00 am - Evelio Villanueva started to get behind on his bills when his wife got sick. In early 2009 he tried to get a loan modification from his bank but was denied. Two years la...
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Libertyville looks ahead to 2013 road work seasonNov 16, 2012 4:30 am - Residents are getting ready for winter but Libertyville village officials are busy preparing for the next road season. By the end of the month, the village should have ...