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HomeSmart Property Value Map
How much have property values dropped in your neighborhood? Search by ZIP code and compare Valley neighborhoods using our exclusive ABC15.com home value map.
Major real estate broker cuts Valley home prices by 10 %
A good time to buy a home just got a whole lot better after 25,000 Coldwell Banker home sellers decided to slash their asking price by ten percent.
Bad mortgage advice: What to avoid
UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The CEO of Interstate Financial Solutions and President of Interstate Mortgage gives ABC15 viewers important dos and don'ts during a tough economy. Video Video
Home Smart Alert: AZ letter urged mortage modification
Attorney General Terry Goddard and others have sent a letter to 16 of the nation's largest sub-prime mortage servicers, asking them to develop loan modification programs.
Help on the way for 13,000 Arizona mortgage owners
There's some welcome news for thousands of Arizonans struggling to keep their homes.
Valley residents look at options for cheaper mortgage
With home values shrinking and loans becoming more difficult to get, some are considering mortgage modification. Video Video
Buckeye homeowners count on raffle to sell house
The mortgage meltdown has homeowners thinking about alternative ways to sell their home. Video Video
Foreclosure crisis heats up in Maricopa County
One expert believes the number of foreclosures will double in the next four months. Hundreds of foreclosure notices are being sent out daily. Video Video
Why your house is still on the market
Home prices are down, but buyers still say asking prices are too expensive. Video Video
Credit Crunch: How to refinance or buy a home
During this credit crisis, mortgage experts say people think they'll be declined before they even apply for a loan. Video Video
Home Smart: Avoid foreclosure by staying informed
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals met in the Valley and talked about the importance of “sustainable” homeownership: Helping clients understand the merits of saving money for a down payment and choosing stable loan products. Video Video


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Mortgage Qualifier
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Refinance Breakeven
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Refinance Interest Savings
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Rent vs. Buy
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Handyman's Corner
Water Source
Depending on where your home is located, your water source may be a public or private well, or your city's local water supply. All of these water sources have their advantages and disadvantages.

Buying a Home
These days there are many options when buying a home. You need to research where to find the listings, what type of home you'd like to purchase, financing availability, and location.

Roofing
For the do-it-yourself roofer there are some things you should know before starting a large project on your roof. General maintenance, costs, fire-proofing and warranties are a few topics to be aware of.

Moving Tips
General Information
Making the big move, but don't know where to start? Check out these articles before going any further.

Money Matters
Get on top of your moving costs before they get on top of you.

Moving Check Lists
Feeling overwhelmed? Use these checklists to keep your move on the right track.

Moving Tips
Better your move with some hints that you may have overlooked in the rush.
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