Real estate brief
Failed lenders were more likely to charge high rates
The credit crisis related to mortgages will likely continue into 2010 and 2011, according to Yves Smith, author of the popular blog Naked Capitalism.
Four of 10 problem states improve
Without permits, getting home insurance is difficult
With chain stores taking over, it's not just economic value that's lost
New book offers valuable advice for struggling agents
Part 1: Carving out an extreme niche
Congress eyes RESPA changes, revisits home-buyer aid
Real estate technology brief
Long-term impacts of Fannie-Freddie bailout remain to be seen
Significant downward correction has occurred in most markets and it will be a few more years before we see any significant change, according to Patrick Stone.
Inman blog scan
Customer satisfaction scores fall two years in a row
Realtor Notebook
