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Real Estate Returns To Its Local Roots
The real estate markets are changing constantly, and for the foreseeable future, this change will generate greater opportunities on a more regionalized basis. William Procida reports. FULL STORY

Atlanta's Sellers' Market Not Gone With The Wind
For the same reason it was a target of the Union army during the Civil War, Atlanta remains a desirable Southern strategic location. A major transportation and cultural hub, Atlanta offers tropical warmth, room for growth, and a romantic star-crossed history. Today it is one of the most important relocation destinations in the country, but as in other fast-growing technology hubs, the inner city is going through a home buying slump following the dot-com fallout. FULL STORY

Tips for Reducing False Alarms
If you haven't done it yourself, you've likely heard a neighbor's home alarm system go off unintentionally. These false alarms end up costing police departments thousands of dollars - they could end up costing you, too. Michele Dawson explains. FULL STORY

New Bill Would Require 2-Day Advance Delivery of HUD-1 Form
A major new mortgage borrower protection package from the House's top Democratic housing leader would require mandatory two-day advance delivery of final settlement sheets to all home buyers and refinancers. Legislation expected to be introduced later this week would also restructure and harmonize federal HUD-1 and Good Faith Estimate disclosures. FULL STORY

Homebuilders, Remodelers Angling for the Baby Boomer Market
Housing and remodeling interests are covering all their bases when it comes to Baby Boomers. Homebuilders are told to offer choices galore to win over prospective buyers, and remodelers are now encouraged to go through specific training for aging-in-place projects. Michele Dawson explains FULL STORY

Houston: We Don't Have A Real Estate Problem
According to the latest information from the Houston multiple listing service, the real estate market has experienced strong gains and the highest amount of home sales ever recorded for the month of April .FULL STORY

Gleaners Find New Opportunities In Old Sites
The Internet gold rush is over -- but lots of value remains in sites that didn't make it. Peter G. Miller explains. FULL STORY

100 Percent Mortgage Financing with So-So Credit
Mortgage giant Freddie Mac is teaming up with various lenders and brokers and offering 100 percent financing to some folks that don't have the greatest credit. Henry Savage reports. FULL STORY

Connecticut Yankees Are In King Sellers' Court
Historical Connecticut is known for its long list of firsts, from the first factory in America, to the first sewing machine to the first artificial heart. FULL STORY

FHA's Divided Approach to REO Results in Delays, Added Costs
A new study by government auditors finds it takes the Federal Housing Administration up to four months longer than other entities to dispose of foreclosed properties. The longer holding times mean increased costs, lower sales prices and even neighborhood decay. Lew Sichelman has the details. FULL STORY

Another California First: Assistance For $100,000 Earners
San Francisco's middle-income workers who find it difficult to buy a home will find a friend in a new initiative set to make special home loans early next year. FULL STORY

Fannie Mae Commuter Loan Increases Income
Would you start using mass transit if you got paid to use it? Fannie Mae is betting on it with a pilot program called Smart Commute being used in Minneapolis, Pittsburgh and coming to selected markets in the future. FULL STORY

U-Haul Reports Top Move-To Towns
Lancaster, CA and Atlanta, GA top lists of towns do-it-yourself movers favor when it's time to pick up and settle down elsewhere. Broderick Perkins reports. FULL STORY

Rising Rates Reflect Rebounding Economy
In Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.89 percent, with an average 0.7 point, for the week ending May 17, 2002, up from 6.79 percent last week. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 7.14 percent. FULL STORY

Sweet Home Alabama: New Jobs Usher In Home buying Season
Occupied by native Americans, then discovered by the Spanish in the 1500s and settled by the French in the 1700s, Alabama has a rich multi-racial history highlighted by the Civil War. Today, Alabama offers a wide range of lifestyles from simple country living to sophisticated seashore estates. FULL STORY

Ontario's DOORS OPEN Celebrations Expanding
The best way to fully appreciate your community is from the inside out. PJ Wade introduces us to DOORS OPEN programs across Ontario that welcome the public into heritage and significant buildings which would otherwise be closed to them. FULL STORY

HOA Kids Rule
Every Board of Directors at one time or another has had to deal with children who break the rules. This is particularly true in homeowner associations that have a concentration of elementary and middle school kids. FULL STORY

Homes For Struggling Jazz Artists
Rosa Hawkins, a member of the New Orleans Dixie Cups, purchased her home through a home program called "Raisin' the Roof," a New Orleans area initiative designed to help struggling artists get rid of the housing blues by putting a roof over their heads. FULL STORY

Family Feuds Erupt Over Bequeathed Vacation Properties
A new survey says 81 per cent of Canadian vacation property owners plan to bequeath the cottage to their family. But not all families can get along in a shared vacation home. FULL STORY

Michigan's Auto Cities Wait Out A Buyer's Market
Ruled by the French who wanted to Europeanize the native Americans, Michigan was a trading frontier until forts were established to protect French interests. Fort Ponchartrain du Detroit, commanded by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, grew to be called Detroit, and become the flagship city of the American automobile industry. FULL STORY

Keep Buyers Needs And Wants In Balance
Buyers who can only afford smaller usually want to buy bigger. Builders and real estate agents have to help buyers remain focused but satisfied, too. FULL STORY

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