Archive for April, 2011
More people signed contracts to buy homes in March
More Americans signed contracts to buy homes in March, but sales were uneven across the country and were not enough to signal a rebound in the housing market.
Bargain home prices helping to reduce glut of foreclosures
A wave of foreclosures is forcing down home prices in most major U.S. cities. But economists and real estate agents point to what they call a key first step for any housing recovery: a decline in the glut of homes for sale in markets hit hardest by foreclosures.
Takeover may save Dodgers as sale awaits (10:15 a.m.) – Las Cruces Sun-News
Major League Baseball’s takeover of the Los Angeles Dodgers, possibly leading to a sale of the team, may salvage one of sports’ enduring brands, marketers say. A legal fight by owner Frank McCourt might damage it more. Baseball announced last week that it …
Some in military, Foreign Service can still claim homebuyer credit
If you have been on active military duty outside of the United States for at least 90 days between Jan. 1, 2009, and April 30, 2010, or if you were on qualified official extended duty or a member of the Foreign Service during that time span, you may still be eligible to claim the first [...]
Home foreclosures reduced by bargain prices – Oregonian
WASHINGTON (AP) — A wave of foreclosures is forcing down home prices in most major U.S. cities. But economists and real estate agents point to what they call a key first step for any housing recovery: a decline in the glut of homes for sale in markets …
Bargain prices help reduce glut of foreclosures
A wave of foreclosures is forcing down home prices in most major U.S. cities. But economists and real estate agents are noticing what they call a key first step for any housing recovery: a drop in the glut of homes for sale in markets hit hardest by foreclosures.
Home of the Week: Elegant Brentwood Park estate
The gated property designed by Bob Ray Offenhauser meshes classic styling with natural light and opens to graceful gardens, canyon views and a saltwater pool. Classic elegance and natural light interplay at a Brentwood Park home that opens to graceful gardens, canyon views and a saltwater pool with cabana.
Four Seasons Hotel owner restructures debt after 2009 loan default
Downtown Seattle’s ultraluxury Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences is out of financial trouble, its developer said Tuesday, thanks to a fresh infusion of cash from its original investors that allowed it to restructure debt.
Taping drywall is not as easy as it looks on do-it-yourself shows
Q. Is taping drywall that hard to do? I watched it done on a television show, and it seems like it’s not too tough. What tools should I be looking for? What are some secrets of finishing drywall, and what are the biggest mistakes rookies make when mudding and taping drywall? I want my job [...]
Development ideas sought for stadium site
The City of Winnipeg is seeking redevelopment ideas for the Canad Inns stadium site, soon to be abandoned by the Blue Bombers football club.