Real Estate & Mortgages

Video: Money Minute: Unemployment Rate Jumps

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:35:01 +0000

The unemployment tops 10 percent, homebuyers get tax credit extension and DVD price wars begin. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports. (Nov. 6)

Video: Rhode Island's first all-green home

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:11:19 +0000

We are living green with the first of its kind construction project. It's an all-green home built on local land. More than a year in the making, the home is energy efficient, and students helped make it happen.

Video: A New Economic Forecast: What's Next?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:15:25 +0000

The man who the knows the Bayou City economy better than anybody says Houstonians have much to be grateful for.

Video: Weekly "Find a Better Rate" Report

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:42:37 +0000

Get the lowest rates when saving or borrowing with the Money Talks News weekly "Find a Better Rate" report.

Video: Productivity, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:03:15 +0000

There is some more good news today for the economy. Third quarter productivity at US companies increased by a 9.5 percent annual rate in the third quarter, the highest increase in six years.

Video: Positive Housing Numbers

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:33:24 +0000

3rd Quarter results are showing a balanced housing market in Rhode Island. Matt and Ron Phipps of Phipps Realty explain what the positive housing numbers mean for Rhode Islanders.

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Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000

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Video: Scammers Prey On Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:48:13 +0000

A new effort is under way to protect homeowners on the verge of foreclosure

Video: No electric, no inspection, no closing

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:06:46 +0000

Home buyers hoping to take advantage of the opportunity of buying a foreclosed property are running into a big hurdle from the electric company.

Video: 19 Arrested In Mortgage Fraud Surge

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:24:51 +0000

Federal officials announced the results of a year-long "surge" to arrest and prosecute suspects accused of engaging in fraudulent real estate transactions Wednesday in Orlando.

Video: Staging your home to sell: Getting started

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:09:04 +0000

Make the next potential buyer feel like she's at home when she walks through the door of your home for sale. How you can move off the market with a few quick tips - Rachael walks us through a transformation

Video: Pulte Posts Loss, Buts Sees Signs of Easing

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:37:58 +0000

Pulte Homes (PHM) recorded a loss of $361.4 million, or $1.15 per share for the third quarter, as compared to a loss of $280.4 million, or $1.11 per share, in the same quarter last year. Revenue fell to $1.09 billion, as compared to $1.56 billion last year, as home sales and home prices fell.

Video: Man Says He Owns Clay County Property

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:28:12 +0000

The investigation of property found by police in Clay County could take a week, officials say.

Video: Builders Default On Land, Able To Buy It Back Cheaper At Auction

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:09:15 +0000

While house values are down, the I-Team learned some parties are able to default on the property and then buy it back for pennies on the dollar.

Video: San Marcos housing incentives

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:05:16 +0000

From recession to recovery, the City of San Marcos is coming up with their own stimulus plan

Video: Housing Market

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Senate passes bill to extend housing tax credit, goes to House for a vote

Video: Money Minute: Ponzi Plea; Buffet Deal, More

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:11:05 +0000

The longtime auditor for disgraced money manager Bernard Madoff has pleaded guilty to securities fraud and other charges. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports. (Nov. 3)

Video: Real Estate Gainers & Losers: MPG, TPGI

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:19:33 +0000

Maguire Properties (MPG) and Thomas Properties Group (TPGI) each reported third quarter results after the bell on Monday. Maquire had a net loss of 97 cents per share, compared to a loss of a dollar 52 in the same quarter last year.

Video: Can Spirits, Energy Affect Home Prices?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:59:47 +0000

For some people who have ever wondered what kind of spirits or negative energy may be floating through a home, two women from the Houston area have made it their jobs to find that out for clients.

Video: Homeowners: Govt Program Not Helping

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:54:12 +0000

Months after President Barack Obama announced his plans to fix the foreclosure crisis, some experts and homeowners say a key component of the program is not working.

Video: Families Face Move Due To Landlords' Foreclosure

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:26:16 +0000

(11/3/09) - Two families with six children between them are facing a move they didn't anticipate because their landlord's home was foreclosed on.

Video: Home Buyer Tax Credit

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:04:59 +0000

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Video: Tehachapi woman with 200 dogs faces foreclosure

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Video: 11/02 Investors Favoring Higher-Yielding Currencies Following Positive US Economic Data

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:48:16 +0000

11/02/09 A rise in US housing and manufacturing data paved the way for risk appetite to control the trading week.

Video: Week Ahead Market Report: 11/2/09

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:25:00 +0000

Investors report commodities and emerging markets are favored over real estate and bonds. The Fed is expected to hold the Fed Funds rate stable.

Video: All under one roof: 38 Commerce

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:44:36 +0000

A No Trespassing sign couldn't keep eightWest's Rachael Ruiz from exploring the inside of a new developement rising in downtown Grand Rapids. Take an off-limits tour with her through a new concept in city living, shopping and more.

Video: Clock Ticks For Homebuyer Tax Credit

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:39:44 +0000

Video: HEAP Program Opens Monday

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

With the changing of seasons, comes higher home heating bills. Monday marks the opening of the HEAP program, which provides energy assistance, and eligibility requirements for this year have changed.

Video: Citizens gets 5.4 percent insurance hike

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:22:40 +0000

State-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has won approval to raise rates by an average of 5.4 percent for homeowner coverage that includes hurricane damage, except in high-risk coastal areas where premiums will be revised later.

Video: Women sew quilts for homeless Hoosiers

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:55:47 +0000

The number of homeless families grew by 78 percent from January of last year to this year. That startling report was released by the Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention.

Video: Groundbreaking for affordable housing

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:08:41 +0000

Ground has been broken on a project that will provide new affordable housing in the City of Buffalo.

Video: Money Minute: Recovery Hits a Snag

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:40:42 +0000

New figures indicate spending slides, Chevron pumps more oil but less profit and a new twist in the Madoff case. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports. (Oct. 30)

Video: House prices up on last year

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:46:59 +0000

Property prices rose by 0.4% during October to take the annual rate into positive territory for the first time since last March

Video: Landlord Accused Of Being A Slum Lord

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:43:15 +0000

Tenants complaning of a lack of paid bills by the landlord of a local apartment complex.

Video: GDNM: 2010 real estate changes

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:07:23 +0000

Video: Nye on Drywall

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:46:00 +0000

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Video: Theater that can't find funding asks Santa Fe for help

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:05:11 +0000

the state budget isn't the only money pit in santa fe. a massive hole in the ground in the santa fe railyard is creating its own controversy. our santa fe bureau chief gadi schwartz is live with why some say that hole is more of a money pit. most people in santa fe agree a movie theater at the railyard is a good idea. planne say it would attract more people and businesses to the area. but the problem is that movie theater is just a hole right now -- and there's no moneto fill it in. right next to flying star - and just beyond a fence- sits a pretty expensive hole with lots of mud and ice--- there has already been 18 million dollars worth of investment in the site... developers of the movie theater that's supposed to fill it say they would love to keep working on the project -- but can't get the 35 million dollars needed to finish the cinema. that has them asking for some public funding -- in the form of bonds issued by the city. the banks out now, they are not loaning money there isn't any money on the street we have no other real opportunity to get traditional financing and in order for us to fulfil the master plan we need to go to the city and ask that they be our partner in this .. but patience may be wearing thin. they have had 2 years to get it together they have not done it, if they can't get a loan that may not be our problem. i would have no problems covering up the hole i don't think it's the right time. one planning problem--- while the theater is part of the master plan -- there's no time limit on when it needs to be built. hypothetically the hole could sit untouched for 90 years -- providing the developer pays the rent. the lease agreement does not include an opt out , in retrospect perhaps we should have had a date certain for delivery of the cinema. last night the city council - passed a resolution that would explore what options they have in dealing with the hole ... one option is passing a 35 million dollar bond to help get the project finished.

Video: Tenants Worry About Apartment Conditions

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Rich Jaffe reports from Lockland

Video: Foreclosure Workshop Held in Atlanta

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:34:34 +0000

Thousands of homeowners turned out for a free workshop at the Georgia World Congress Center Thursday. Homeowners at risk of foreclosure were able to sit down face-to-face with a housing counselor to try and work out viable solutions to save their homes.

Video: Money Minute: Economy Grows Again

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:39:05 +0000

New government figures show the economy growing, but jobs remain a problem, Exxon Mobil's falling profit and the latest on mortgage rates. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports. (Oct. 29)

Video: Upgrades: BXP, HTS, GNW

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:31:37 +0000

This morning, Deutsche Bank upgraded shares of Boston Properties (BXP) from Hold to Buy as the company has ample amounts of cash on the balance sheet to take advantage of the acquisition opportunities that will arise over the next 12-18 months in the commercial real estate sector. The recently completed bond deal generated an additional $700 million which should permit the company to grow its portfolio.

Video: From Overweight Father to Triathlete

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:20:49 +0000

While the real estate business may still be sluggish. Katy realtor Chris Hiller is not. Hiller has come a long way since selling his gymnastics business and jumping into selling homes in 2001.

Video: Woman's Home Almost Auctioned

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:48:07 +0000

A Valley woman's home is almost auctioned off, despite the fact she had a loan modification.

Video: County Residents To Receive Property Tax Refunds

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:41:14 +0000

Nearly 6,200 property tax refunds totaling $2.9 million are being mailed to San Diego County residents over the next few days in light of lower property values, it was announced Thursday.

Video: Tampa housing apartments get facelift

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:45:31 +0000

A major reconstruction project is underway at the Tampa Housing Authority's J.L. Young Apartments for senior citizens, with the help of $25 million in economic stimulus money.

Video: Orlando existing home sales up

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:16:08 +0000

If you need to buy a home, the time is right in Central Florida. Sales of existing homes are booming right now and pending sales of existing homes are through the roof.

Video: Mortgage Modification Scare Update

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:35:00 +0000

The state is taking action against a company that was supposed to help people save their homes. That comes just one week after a News Station Investigation into the company's actions. Reporter Becky Oliver has an update.

Video: Call 12 for Action

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:43:52 +0000

Call 12 for Action

Video: Builder sees hope in new home sales

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:30:16 +0000

Builder sees hope in new home sales

Video: New Home Sales Drop

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:22:24 +0000

The Commerce Department announced on Wednesday that sales of new US homes dropped 3.6 percent. This represents the first decline since March, and September sales were 7.8 percent lower than a year ago.