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Zillow Press Releases- Home Values Continue to Climb in April May 25, 2012
- Despite Home Value Gains, Underwater Homeowners Owe $1.2 Trillion More than Homes' Worth May 24, 2012
- Zillow Introduces Zillow Partnership Platform May 16, 2012
- Zillow To Acquire RentJuice To Expand Professional Services in Rental Marketplace May 2, 2012
- Zillow Reports Record First Quarter 2012 Results May 2, 2012
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- Zillow Mortgages Unzipped Blog
- FHA has raised the monthly mortgage insurance premiums February 22, 2011
- Government Mortgages May Get Pricier, Harder to Come By February 14, 2011
- The Best Policy on Locking in Interest Rates… February 11, 2011
- JP Morgan Chase Debacle Highlights Need to Safeguard American Service Members January 26, 2011
- Are 30% Down Payments on Mortgages In Our Future? January 21, 2011
- Weather.com Athens Weather Feeds
- Current Weather Conditions In Athens, GA (30606) May 27, 2012
- Your Local Doppler Radar May 27, 2012This map shows the location and intensity of precipitation in your area. The color of the precipitation corresponds to the rate at which it is falling. This map is updated every 15 minutes.
- Pollen Trend for Athens, GA (30606) May 27, 2012Falling. View complete PollenCast?
- Video: Your Regional Weather Forecast May 27, 2012Watch what the experts at The Weather Channel® have to say about the weather trends in your area.
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- Athens “Life Unleashed”
- Athens This Weekend: May 25-27 May 24, 2012
- Athens This Weekend: May 18-20 May 17, 2012
- Comedian Wanda Sykes Coming to Athens' Classic Center Oct. 11 May 14, 2012
- Best of the Road May 8, 2012
- Athens This Weekend: May 4-6 May 4, 2012
- My Trulia Blog
- Top 10 markets for real estate bargain shoppers; Atlanta #7Trulia identified 10 U.S. cities in 2011 that are home to the biggest discounts based on the average price cuts on non-foreclosure homes listed for sale on Trulia. Entire post http://www.truliablog.com/2011/12/19/trulias-top-10-cities-and-homes-for-extreme-bargain-shoppers/.Average Market Discount Atlanta, GA10%# of properties on the market (as of 12/19)8,87 […]
- CoreLogic; Shadow Inventory October 2011 Still at January 2009 Level; Atlanta, GA 40 Percent of Sales DistressedCoreLogic (NYSE: CLGX), a leading provider of information, analytics and business services, reported today that the current residential shadow inventory as of October 2011 remained at 1.6 million units, representing a supply of 5 months. This means that for every two homes available for sale, there is one home "in the shadows." This is approximatel […]
- Reasons to Buy a Home in Lawrenceville, GA; Reason #3;You’ll Save TaxesIn my continued attempt to try and expand your thought process toward buying and why today is the time to buy not just a house, but a home in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and ‘spring boarding’ off the September 16th column from The Wall Street Journal, point number three as far as why you want to go ahead now and buy is that you can deduct the mortgage interest f […]
- Top 10 markets for real estate bargain shoppers; Atlanta #7
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- Zillow Loan Rate News
- Mortgage rates remain stable at 3.65% May 26, 2012
- Mortgage rates go up to 3.66% May 25, 2012
- Mortgage rates remain stable at 3.62% May 24, 2012
- Mortgage rates remain stable at 3.65% May 23, 2012
- Mortgage rates go up to 3.60% May 22, 2012
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- Athens News
- Athens-Clarke County opens four pools this weekend to celebrate the start of summer May 27, 2012Asiyah Jackson jumps into the pool at the Bishop Park Pool in Athens, Ga., Saturday, May 26, 2012.
- Athens man writes book on 50 Purple Heart recipients May 27, 2012W hen Leo Jensen retired in 1991, he began transforming his yard into a gardener's paradise with a rainbow of flowering plants, striking evergreens, exotic bushes and even a shaded pond for the goldfish.
- Huckaby: Mission work is essence of Christian faith May 27, 2012"How can one believe in him of whom he has not heard? And how can they hear unless someone preaches?" -Romans 10:14 "Close the curtains, Lisa.
- Five Points welcomes Hubee D's May 26, 2012Hubee D's recently opened on South Lumpkin Street in Five Points, in the space previously occupied by Marble Slab Creamery, offering Athens a taste of the South Carolina franchise for the first time.
- Athens League of Women's Voters Deposits Historic Materials at UGA's Russell Library May 26, 2012Former members of the Athens League of Women Voters gathered May 18 to celebrate the opening of the Athens League of Women Voters Records Collection at the University of Georgia Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies.
- Niedermayerova Finishes Season as ITA All-American May 26, 2012ATHENS, Ga. - A The last two Big 12 women's tennis Players of the Year met on Friday afternoon with a bid to the quarterfinals of the 2012 NCAA Division I Women's Singles Championships on the line at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex.
- Nevolo knocked out of NCAAs May 26, 2012ATHENS, Ga. - Illinois senior Dennis Nevolo was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Friday in the Sweet 16.
- Athens-Clarke County opens four pools this weekend to celebrate the start of summer May 27, 2012
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- TheOconeeLeader.com
- Classics in the Country May 10, 2012
- North High Shoals goes to the dogs May 9, 2012
- Oconee Relay: Celebrate and remember April 3, 2012
- OCHS Spring Musical March 28, 2012
- County hosts annual Touch-A-Truck March 20, 2012
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Monthly Archives: July 2008
Doing a Rehabilitation to your Historic Property? There are TAX Incentive Programs Available
This is public information taken from www.gashpo.org, please visit this website for more information. Historic Preservation Federal Tax Incentive Programs Two federal tax incentive programs (Public Law 99-514) currently apply to preservation activities: the Rehabilitation Investment Tax Credit program (RITC), … Continue reading
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Summary of Key Provisions of H.R. 3221 – The Housing Stimulus Bill
H.R. 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,” passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed … Continue reading
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“How do I Get an Offer on My Home?”
Whether you have had tried to sale your house for a week, month, or a year this question comes up all the time. My initial advice to sellers is to make sure they price their home correctly. Set a price … Continue reading
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How to Price your Home for Sale
Consider comparables. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? To determine these questions you might check county records. A building permit, tax appraisal information, … Continue reading
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Getting Your Finances in Order: To-Do List
Develop a household budget. Instead of creating a budget of what you’d like to spend, use receipts to create a budget that reflects your actual spending habits over the last several months. This approach will factor in unexpected expenses, such … Continue reading
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Eight Quick Fixes to Increase Value
To attract buyers, sellers must up the ante to convince them that their property offers what many want most — top value for dollar expended. Here are eight fast fixes: 1. Buff up curb appeal. You’ve heard it before, but … Continue reading
How to Hold a Successful Garage/Yard Sale
While there are Home Staging Companies that will encourage you to pay them to prepare your house before you put it on the market for sale, a garage sales can be a great way to get rid of clutter — … Continue reading
How to Lower the Cost of Driving and Cut Fuel Costs
Given that most people tend to drive at least 20,000 miles per year, rising gas prices are hitting them hard in the wallet. Bernice Ross, real estate columnist for Inman.com, offers these ideas for mitigating your driving costs: “Consider working … Continue reading
Questions to Ask When Choosing a REALTOR®
Make sure you choose a REALTOR® who will provide top-notch service and meet your unique needs. 1. How long have you been in residential real estate sales? Is it your full-time job? While experience is no guarantee of skill, real … Continue reading
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Six Things to do Before Putting Your Home on the Market
1. Get an appraisal. I know what you’re thinking. It costs money. How about over or underpricing your home? That costs more money! Your banker or a REALTOR could provide you with a list of appraisers to make your selection. … Continue reading
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Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards
In high-priced housing markets, it can be difficult to afford a home. That’s why a growing number of home buyers are forgoing traditional fixed-rate mortgages and standard adjustable-rate mortgages and instead opting for a specialty mortgage that lets them “stretch” … Continue reading
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Low-Cost Ways to Spruce Up Your Home’s Exterior
Make your home more appealing for yourself and potential buyers with these quick and easy tips: 1. Trim bushes so they don’t block windows or architectural details. 2. Mow your lawn, and turn on the sprinklers for 30 minutes before … Continue reading
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What Not to Overlook on a Final Walk-through
It’s guaranteed to be hectic right before closing, but you should always make time for a final walk-through. Your goal is to make sure that your home is in the same condition you expected it would be. Ideally, the sellers … Continue reading
Ten Questions to Ask Home Inspectors
Before you make your final buying or selling decision, you should have the home inspected by a professional. An inspection can alert you to potential problems with a property and allow you to make an informed decision. Ask these questions … Continue reading
