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Real estate ad spending is worth approximately $12 billion in the U.S. annually, according to the National Association of Realtors. And a host of websites are trying to grab chunks of that, from Move.com to Trulia and Zillow.

"Annual Real Estate Advertising Dollars"

Ahorre 05:35 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Tips on How Slow Down Homes Declining Values

If you own a residential property that is declining in value, here are some ways to make the losses less depressing

"Tips on How Slow Down Homes Declining Values"

Ahorre 05:20 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Real Estate Investment Products Services Courses

Nouveau Riche University is selling real estate investment classes and a host of related products and services to would-be tycoons. It takes money to learn to make money. Tuition for a weeklong course in Phoenix, Ariz., is $16,000. Students study how to leverage their equity to find money to buy properties. They also take classes in buying foreclosures and in the techniques of flipping a property. Classes are packed with as many as 2,500 students.

"Real Estate Investment Products Services Courses"

Ahorre 12:55 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Single Family Home Sales 3Q 2007

Mortgage - The sales rate for previously owned single-family homes dropped to its lowest level in about 10 years, and the price of resale single-family homes, condos and co-ops dropped 4.2 percent year-over-year in September, the National Association of Realtors reported.

"Single Family Home Sales 3Q 2007"

Ahorre 04:28 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

2008 Real Estate Housing Construction Markets

Mortgage - A forecast report released Tuesday by the National Association of Home Builders projects that the state of Florida and metro areas within the state will experience the steepest declines in housing starts this year compared to last year. Nationwide, total housing starts are expected to drop 24.8 percent this year compared to last year and fall 11.9 percent year-over-year in 2008, while rising 12.5 percent year-over-year in 2009.

Housing starts in Florida are projected to fall from 198,900 in 2006 to 103,300 this year, a 48.1 percent drop, the builders group reported. And Florida is home to nine of 10 U.S. metro areas with the sharpest projected drop in housing starts from 2006 to 2007.

"2008 Real Estate Housing Construction Markets"

Ahorre 09:31 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

How Real Estate Agents Earn Sales Commissions

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Real Estate Agents that focus on listing properties. - Property listings provide the opportunity to earn three sales commission.

A) You earn if you find the home buyer for your property listings. "double commission"
B) Seller can purchase another property once their home is sold. "single commission"

Ahorre 09:47 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Pros and Cons in Real Estate Careers

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A Buyers Real Estate Agent - Why you work harder.
A) When working with a home buyer, you do most of the work.
B) Your earnings potential is based on the supply and demand of the "Buyers Market".
C) Only "1" Commission.
D) Many buyers can easily cease working with you, despite agreements with clauses.

Listings Real Estate Agent - Buyer Preps and earn Multi-Way.
A) The seller works to prepare the property.
B) You have many agents working for you.
C) You earn a commission whether you sell the property or another real estate agent sells the property.
D) The seller may need you to buy his/her next property.
E) Listing Homes allows you to market yourself.

Ahorre 09:30 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Foreclosure Properties Real Estate Owned REO Homes

Mortgage - Real estate agents and brokers who are experienced in handling REO properties are well-positioned to weather the market downturn, and membership organizations that serve REO brokers say they have seen rising interest as the number of foreclosures has climbed nationwide. Real estate professionals can choose from several groups, each with its own set of qualifications, events, publications, directories and dues.

"Foreclosure Properties Real Estate Owned REO Homes"

Ahorre 09:14 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

The Process of Refinancing A Mortgage

Mortgage rates are dropping, right? Time to start the process of refinancing your mortgage.

"The Process of Refinancing A Mortgage"

Ahorre 08:05 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

California Toughens Real Estate Licensing

Beginning in October, California will tighten its licensing requirements for real estate sales professionals. The new rules, which were sponsored by the California Association of REALTORS®, require applicants to complete three college-level courses before taking the state real estate licensing exam.

Previously, applicants could seek a conditional license after taking a single class and passing the state exam, completing course work over 18 months. Under the new law there will be no more conditional licenses.

Ahorre 09:19 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

California home sales drop 28% in August

California home sales drop 28% in August - Resale single-family median home prices fell in 11 of 20 regions in California while sales dropped 27.8 percent in August compared to the same month last year, the California Association of Realtors trade group reported this week.

"California home sales drop 28% in August"

Ahorre 09:21 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Buying Real Estate Advice and Tips

Mortgage - The "Booming Real Estate Market" of the past decade, nobody wanted to back out of their real estate deals, and sloppy paperwork rarely stopped a deal or even got noticed.

"Buying Real Estate Advice and Tips"

Ahorre 09:16 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

The Cost of Mortgage Home Loans By Cities

Mortgage and Home Loans - The Chicagoland area ranked highest in the country in total high-cost loans in 2006, according to data released last week by the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council. Chicago has led the nation in high-cost loans for the past three years.

"The Cost of Mortgage Home Loans By Cities"

Ahorre 10:48 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Hispanic Homeownership Mortgage Professionals

Mortgages and Home Loans - The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals and the National Council of La Raza released “Saving Homes, Saving Communities: Latino Brokers Speak Out on Hispanic Homeownership,” a joint report offering analysis on the impact of predatory lending practices on Hispanic homeownership and an insider’s view on ways to reduce and discourage such practices. The report’s findings and recommendations were derived from roundtable discussions with 56 NAHREP members, who are practicing mortgage professionals in six U.S. cities with high concentrations of Hispanic homeowners.

"Hispanic Homeownership Mortgage Professionals"

Ahorre 02:17 PM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan

Why People Buy Homes in Slow Real Estate Markets

Mortgages and Home Loans - Good candidates for buying in a slow market are buyers who are ready to put down roots and stay put for awhile. This not only means that you aren't planning on moving out of the area soon, but it also means that you can afford to buy a home that will suit your long-term needs. Why Should You Inspect a Home Before Closing

Ahorre 10:13 AM | Real Estate | ITIN Loan