Finding Local Officials When You Need Help

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Your local government is the answer to a lot of questions about your home and your neighborhood—all you have to do is ask.

Housing's silver lining

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...housing may soon rise from the dead, argue some economists. And, the severity of the slump may in fact accelerate the arrival of a recovery.

10 essential books for travelers to Italy

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It seems that new travel guides to Italy are being published every five minutes or so. But for those who want to keep it simple, here are the handful of absolute must-read books – three classic novels included – that no tourist to Italy should ever be without.

Glimmer of optimism in housing report

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NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Permits for housing construction climbed in May, signaling a glimmer of optimism among homebuilders about the future of the housing market.

L.A. Mansion for U.K. Heiress

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If Coldwell Banker can sell this house, I betcha we can sell yours!

The long-running drama over the sale of the highest-priced home in the U.S. appears to be heading to its finale.

Bank of America hindered foreclosure review: filing

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Bank of America Corp unnecessarily burdened U.S. regulators who were reviewing the mortgage giant's foreclosure practices, according to a court filing.

Why investing in rentals could be a good move

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This is a great article... I'm working with a lot of investors nation-wide who see the value of investing in San Diego, where a number of positive cash-flow properties can be found. 

As home prices fall and rents rise, some investors are plunking their money into real estate, chasing the cash flow that comes along with becoming a landlord.