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DIY Pest Control: How to Be Your Own Exterminator

7:00 am, February 08, 2012

Exterminators are expensive, but you don’t always have to call in a professional. Here are some tips for dealing with pests on your own.

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Despite What Clint Says, It's Not Halftime for Detroit Housing

4:00 pm, February 07, 2012

New data show that the Midwest is losing ground fast on the housing front, and it’s threatening to drag the rest of the country’s home values down with it.
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3 Tips for Emotionally Detaching From Your Home

3:30 pm, February 07, 2012

You probably have a deep emotional connection to your home, but that could cost you money in the end. Here are three tips for detaching and moving on so you can get ...

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12 Neighborhoods Where Locals Want to Live

7:00 am, February 04, 2012

Moving to a new city? Get the inside scoop on where the locals are moving.

refinancing

With Rates This Low, Should You Refinance Again?

2:02 pm, February 03, 2012

With mortgage rates at record lows, many are wondering whether it’s an opportune time to refinance again. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of the decision.
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This Could Be Last Chance for Second Home

11:29 am, February 03, 2012

It's a good time to look at where to buy and whether to rent out a second (and possibly future retirement) home.

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Details Emerge on White House Housing Plan

5:30 pm, February 02, 2012

In his efforts to help struggling homeowners, Obama will need banks and Congress to play along, which is far from guaranteed.

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How to Compare Bids for Remodeling

2:00 pm, February 02, 2012

Choosing the right contractor is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in a home improvement project. Here are some tips to help you through the process.
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U.S. Home Values Plummet 33% From 2006

3:55 pm, January 31, 2012

The average price of a U.S. home has declined by one-third since 2006, but the good news is that things should be getting better in the not-too-distant future.
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DIY

How to Prevent Your Outside Faucets From Freezing

1:30 pm, January 31, 2012

It’s important for homeowners who live in cold climates to “winterize” their outside faucets to prevent them from freezing. Here are a few tricks to get it ...