Author Archives: Richard Genari

Should you Rent or Buy?

Over the last few years, home prices have dropped by as much as 50 percent. Unsold home inventories are still near record highs, and mortgage rates remain low. With the economy starting to turn around, there’s never been a better … Continue reading

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How Much Home is Too Much?

You’ve found the home of your dreams. It’s expensive, but it’s beautiful, it has room to grow, and you can just squeak by if you’re careful–maybe. This is a common situation, and all too frequently, it ends poorly–just look at … Continue reading

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Neighborhood Research 101

A home is the longest-term investment most people will ever make, and unless your home is on wheels, you’re not going anywhere. Choosing the right neighborhood is critical–and very personal. While there are a wealth of online tools for neighborhood … Continue reading

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7 Tips for Improving Your Credit

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-25 13:35:12 Here’s how to clean up your credit so you get the least-expensive home loan possible. Getting the loan that suits your situation at the best possible price and terms makes homebuying easier and … Continue reading

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