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Date Archives October 2011
Your Vote Matters More
Neil at the Free Enterprise Forum writes in Apathy Increases Voter Value that in this year’s “Off-Off election” your vote will matter more – with small percentages of voters turning out, your vote’s value is increased.
If you’re not registered to vote, why not?
Barry Merchant’s Housing Update – October 26, 2011
Given yesterday to the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors:
Barry Merchant has annually provided some of the best, most realistic market insight to the state, regional and Charlottesville area real estate markets.
Barry Merchant’s presentation to CAAR – 10-26-2011
More after the jump …
My Home’s LEAP Energy Makeover Continues
Today was interesting. As part of the LEAP Energy Makeover, the 2nd phase of my home’s energy efficient makeover began …
Foam insulation’s not cheap, and it wasn’t fully covered by the award, but doing it was the right choice. We’re nearing the finish of the makeover, and I an my family are looking forward to feeling the difference, both in our home and in our monthly budget.
HARP – Simplified
The good thing about the interweb is that when friends write smart things, I can read them. And share them with you. Dan Green has lots of answers to many of the questions about HARP . From “am I eligible to refinance under this new program (HARP)?” to “can I refinance an investment/rental property with HARP?” to “Is there a minimum credit score to use the HARP program?”
If you’re interested in an excellent primer, read Dan’s post.
Should Sellers be More Patient?
Should people really be cutting their prices to sell their houses?
Answer: Yes.