tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58479626738705106322009-11-21T21:25:29.154-08:00Deadline NewsroomThe best of the "news that really hits home" -- and then some -- from the DeadlineNews.Com Web site. All materials written by DeadlineNews.Com are protected by federal copyright law. DO NOT steal our content.Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.comBlogger442125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-76655132214855442992009-11-20T09:00:00.000-08:002009-11-20T09:00:03.218-08:00Short sale transaction a tall orderJesus image hitches pick-up rideWhile recent cash incentives for you and your lender make short sales more enticing these days, incentives alone won't get the job done.by Broderick Perkins © 2009 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - A short sale could be a better deal than bankruptcy or foreclosure, but it can also sap yourDeadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-9805319985166226512009-11-19T10:03:00.000-08:002009-11-19T10:11:45.355-08:00Mortgage interest rates dip near 18-year lowsChurch marketing like a HooverThe 15-year FRM's average is as low as it's been in 18 years, averaging 4.32 percent this week and down from an average 4.40 percent last week. The average 15-year rate was 5.73 percent a year ago, said Freddie Mac.by Broderick Perkins © 2009 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - Like a limber Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-57359766640468043842009-11-18T10:28:00.000-08:002009-11-18T23:11:16.799-08:00Real estate investors returning to marketFederal overdraft fee rule aboon for banks in the short termInterest rates below 5 percent for much of the year, low home prices and bargains from banks, are all bringing investors back to the fold.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - Savvy investors are always the first to jump in a potentially Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-21111768487506611752009-11-18T09:00:00.000-08:002009-11-18T09:00:02.851-08:00Mortgage interest rates dip lower stillBanks gouge on checking fees The average fixed rate has fallen for three consecutive weeks, on news of continued high unemployment and general economic malaise. But that's good news for buyers and homeowners who want to refinance.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - Mortgage interest rates Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-61852183412826866092009-11-12T16:44:00.000-08:002009-11-13T21:20:32.104-08:00Lower rates opens doors for refinancing homeowners, home buyersCredit card squeeze continuesIf you purchased a home a year ago, take a look at how much you can save by refinancing. If you are renting, take a look at how much less you can pay per month to own a home. The American Dream is alive and well. by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - If you purchased aDeadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-22112326725932158012009-11-12T10:11:00.000-08:002009-11-12T10:27:21.534-08:0030-year mortgage interest rates down 1.25 percentage points from 2009Speeding up credit card reformOn a $300,000 mortgage, the principle and interest payment, at today's average rate, would be about $1,594, compared to $1,825 a year ago, according to Erate's calculators.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - If you purchased a home a year ago and have the equity andDeadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-58027590005210085692009-11-11T22:31:00.000-08:002009-11-11T22:39:50.959-08:00Foreclosures down month-to-month thrice, remain ahead of 2009, potential defaults loomSenate gets health care billOctober foreclosure filings declined 3 percent from the previous month, but remained ahead of last October's tally by 19 percent. Foreclosure action came on 332,292 U.S. properties, or one in every 385 U.S. housing units.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - October Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-31891604253786664992009-11-11T13:58:00.000-08:002009-11-11T14:16:57.013-08:00Have you overlooked refinancing?iPhone app translates baby bawlingFederal mortgage refinance programs have given more than 2 million homeowners a better shot at holding on and the economy a much needed shot in the arm. And interest rates are below 5 percent.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - If you haven't looked into Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-8240831147645997062009-11-06T18:58:00.000-08:002009-11-06T19:06:53.768-08:00Obama signs expanded home buyer tax credit lawMost condoms get job done...safelyThe extension and expansion of the popular home buyers tax credit gives both new and move-up buyers a tax incentive to buy a home until at least April 30, 2010, longer for military personnel.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - President Barack Obama, this Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-27454606636587556792009-11-05T11:54:00.000-08:002009-11-06T19:04:25.088-08:00First-time home buyer tax credit extension approvedWe've gone offbeat!Quick! Click my head!The extension and expansion of the popular first-time home buyers tax credit gives both new and move-up buyers a tax incentive to buy a home until at least April 30, 2010, longer for military personnel.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - The first-time Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-69938741293645437922009-11-05T00:08:00.000-08:002009-11-05T11:53:46.181-08:00First time home buyer tax credit extension gets unanimous Senate approvalDollar stores really a bargain?An extension and expansion of the popular tax credit is expected to give both new and move-up buyers a tax incentive to buy a home until at least April 30, 2010, longer for military personnel.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - DeadlineNews.Com - A measure to Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-44614392528215074842009-11-04T12:59:00.000-08:002009-11-05T11:54:05.676-08:00First-time home buyer tax credit extension, expansion looks certainRemember United Air breakingthat guitar? They've struck againAn extension and expansion of the popular tax credit is expected to give both new and move-up buyers a tax incentive to buy a home until at least April 30, 2010, longer for military personnel.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-52498811689041493892009-11-02T09:27:00.000-08:002009-11-02T09:35:52.647-08:002.2 million refinanced mortgages saving homes, economyID theft can bring you to fearsMore than 2 million homeowners have saved an average $120 a month on their mortgage payment -- a 10.5 percent reduction from the previous mortgage payment thanks to federal programs that have helped save homes and the economy.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - IfDeadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-3753749835499070472009-11-01T09:00:00.000-08:002009-11-01T09:00:00.301-08:00HOA board member volunteers need schoolingFreakishly fit kidgets Guinness recordCurrent community and homeowner association board members who want to enforce the rules with a soft touch; committee members who want to pitch in; residents who aspire to leadership positions and others who just want to know why they can't make up rules, all need this course.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-77834522433771221932009-10-31T12:49:00.000-07:002009-10-31T12:58:44.119-07:00ID theft can bring you to tearsAlleged 'sex-for-Phillies tickets'spawns latest virtual celebrityMore than 50 percent of those surveyed about ID-theft concerns said their greatest concerns would be associated with the personal side of being victimized, leaving them uncertain, insecure and fearful.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-87033228317009200752009-10-25T15:27:00.000-07:002009-10-25T15:58:48.770-07:00Home buyer tax credit fraud nets $600 millionBlack Barbie's back, wrappedin plenty of plastic controversyA federal audit revealed this week that nearly 90,000 taxpayers may have fraudulently enjoyed the first-time home buyer tax credit, hoodwinking the government out of more than $600 million.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - If you Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-2912591015332222009-10-25T12:17:00.000-07:002009-10-25T12:49:23.209-07:00Hot home sales pace sustainable?Persistent, spontaneous orgasms rare, painfully realA waning tax credit, not-necessarily-low-forever mortgage interest rates and bottom feeders are credited with the boost in home sales, but sustainability is questionable.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - Sales of existing homes nationwide Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-10961126389546578272009-10-16T09:00:00.000-07:002009-10-16T09:00:00.640-07:00Quarterly foreclosure activity sets new recordGolden State's first lady againexhibits connectile dysfunctionForeclosures in the third quarter this year were up five percent from a quarter earlier, soaring 23 percent from a year ago, as banks began to unload pent-up supplies of distressed properties. The West was hit hard again.by Broderick Perkins Keep up with the foreclosure saga, right here. © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-52012806514789279622009-10-15T10:53:00.001-07:002009-10-15T10:59:15.056-07:00Largest quake event ever, luckily, only a drillThe statewide drill occurred two days before the 20th anniversary of the magnitude 6.9 Loma Prieta Earthquake which killed 63 people throughout northern California, injured nearly 4,000 and left as many as 10,000 people homeless.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - More than 6.8 million people Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-76521224900420843772009-10-15T09:42:00.000-07:002009-10-15T10:04:37.583-07:00Appraisers applaud stiffer state regulationsPepsi iPhone app for scoring, scornedFollowing in the footsteps of Arkansas, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah, the state of California, effective Jan. 1 2010, will impose regulation and oversight on appraisal management companies (AMCs) working in California.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-10605830116390008842009-10-14T00:47:00.000-07:002009-10-14T00:58:46.879-07:00One in three 2008 mortgage applicants deniedPistol-packing mom shot deadLoan originations fell by nearly 33 percent from 2007 to 2008, half what it was in 2006, as nearly a third of applicants were turned down.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - It's hard out there being a home loan applicant, especially if you are an ethnic minority.TheDeadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-39294270084289964032009-10-12T21:21:00.000-07:002009-10-12T21:28:31.974-07:00Staging in a boxEgyptians pan hymen-in-a-boxNo way related to staging-in-a-boxCall it "staging in a box." Now you can stage homes for sale with lightweight, collapsible chairs, sofas, tables, and beds that can be assembled quickly without any tools. Later, fold up a house full of furnishings and store it in the garage.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-6163344946330043382009-10-09T09:00:00.000-07:002009-10-09T09:00:03.436-07:00San Francisco Bay Area greenbelt development debatedAssassination poll web's best, worstThe Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) wants to limit greenbelt development to only 900 acres per year for the San Francisco Bay Area -- barely enough for a single subdivision. Conservationists say the amount of acreage is too high.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-29741570421514227052009-10-08T09:14:00.000-07:002009-10-08T09:20:38.987-07:00Golden State's 2010 home prices to regain some lusterFinding the best credit cardsThe California Association of Realtors said the median single family home price in California will rise 3.3 percent to $280,000 in 2010, up from the projected median of $271,000 this year.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - California's home prices remain a long way Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5847962673870510632.post-72817689300045048232009-10-08T09:00:00.000-07:002009-10-08T09:00:02.320-07:00Don't skirt the permit process during home improvementsBatting practice on frozen head It's penny-wise-and-pound-foolish bottom-line reckoning to circumvent the legal building permit process in an attempt to save money on an otherwise value-boosting home improvement.by Broderick Perkins © 2008 DeadlineNews.ComUnauthorized use of this story is a copyright violation -- a federal crimeDeadline Newsroom - It's penny-wise-and-pound-foolish bottom-line Deadline Newsroomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18306738505484395445noreply@blogger.com0