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October 07, 2008 02:50 AM

Buried gas line nothin' but trouble
Can sellers be forced to fix code violation?

Mortgage rates could dip before election
Rate drop likely if market uncertainty subsides

Buying fixer-upper? Don't expect goldmine
Several factors can impact ability to recoup investment costs

Walkaway paves path to prison
Owner schemes to buy new home before first is foreclosed

Americans rush to judgment on 'bailout'
Too many assume feds protect 'big guys' only

Deck railings become fun and exciting
Myriad materials, designs let homeowners' imaginations run wild

Don't forfeit home because of back taxes
If burden is too much, selling can rescue equity

Can whistleblowing rental manager be fired?
Rent it Right

Readers describe short-sale troubles
How to cope when deals take longer, lenders play games

Lesser of two evils: short sale or tenant?
REThink Real Estate

Termite damage a nightmare to fix
Tips on getting contractor bids

Purchase offers are for buyers to decide
When seller writes offer, commission concerns arise

Can lender challenge loan data after closing?
Default risk affects loan's salability on secondary market

Sellers: Don't blame us for wall rot
Although buyers demand repairs, recourse is unlikely

Smoking, partying missing from disclosures
Do buyers have recourse against seller, listing agent?

When is it safe to destroy mortgage papers?
Multiple refis has homeowner itching to declutter

Some borrowers get more aid than others
How does loan servicer determine who receives 'special treatment'?

Economists differ on housing recovery
If selling today, there's a formula to follow

Central heating's come a long way
Quest for energy efficiency fuels innovation

Do rules favor pre-foreclosure buyers?
Reader looks for leverage based on home's condition

Top ways to boost curb appeal
Whether selling or staying, first impression makes world of difference

Landlord, I'm baaaaaaaaaack!
Tenant who left on bad terms seeks to use good referral to his advantage

Be careful buying foreclosure to rent out
Rent it Right

Home buyers confused by listing lingo
REThink Real Estate

Prepay mortgage the smart way
Why larger monthly payments are best

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