Troops Grapple With Housing Market
LAS VEGAS -- Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Ballek thought the four-bedroom house bordered by sage bushes and mountain roads on the edge of Las Vegas was a good deal when he purchased it for his growin...
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Financial Counseling for Vet Homeowners
VeteransPlus is a non-profit organization that provides financial counseling for veterans, and has recently teamed up with VA Loan Captain, Inc. to provide counseling services for veteran homeowner... more.
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Homebuying Myth No.5: Renting is Less Expensive
What's keeping you from enjoying the benefits of homeownership? Don't let a homebuying myth cause you to put your future on hold. Read on to see how breaking down perceived barriers and understand... more.
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Help for Military Families Experiencing Foreclosure
Are you one of the growing number of families in, or facing foreclosure? Do you know of another military family in that circumstance? Then please read this. First, I should disclose that this is no... more.
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When Your Home Value is Upside-Down
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. -- In a few months, Jennifer Hernandez's husband, who's active-duty Air Force, will get permanent change-of-station orders.Problem is, they're "underwater" on the York County, Va.... more.
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