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FHA to toughen rules for borrowers The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is proposing raising minimum credit scores for borrowers who receive FHA-backed mortgages, increasing down payment requirements, and limiting the amount of money sellers can provide toward closing costs. The proposed changes are part of an effort to shore up the ...

One in four borrowers is underwater Despite recent indicators that the housing market is improving,a new report shows that one in four mortgage borrowers are underwater, meaning they owe more on their mortgage than their home currently is worth. According to First American CoreLogic, nearly 10.7 million households had negative equity in ...

Did you know we have water restrictions? On Thursday, July 16th 2009, the City of Corona Department of Water and Power will host a class to help us learn how to cut our water usage. These classes are open to home owners and Corona residents. Thurs., July 16, 2009, 6:00 pm City of Corona 745 Corporation Yard Way can't make that one? There ...

CNN is searching for a bottom in the housing market With consumer confidence rising in May to its highest level in eight months, housing starts increasing more than 17 percent in May compared with the previous month, and sales of existing homes climbing 2.9 percent in April nationwide, it appears that the housing market may be stabilizing. So ...

Tips for Improving Memory Have you ever been introduced to someone, only to forget her name two seconds after you shake her hand? Don't worry. This is NOT evidence that you're losing your mind. Turns out, it's actually an extremely common occurrence for many people. The good news is there is plenty of research on the subject and there ...

Don't ya just love Fender?! On Saturday June 20th The Fender Center is hosting The Music Sausage Festival. The Woodie Johnson Band and Jody Maroni present a community fair with something for everyon! Music, Carnival Rides, Great Raffle prizes, Exhibits and Food! This event is good for all ages, so come out, bring your family, and ...

Brought to you by your Realtor®, Liane Thomas, and the California Association of Realtors® With the recent rise in foreclosures, foreclosure-related scams have exploded onto the real estate scene. These so-called “foreclosure rescue companies” claim they will help save your home, but in reality are out to make a profit -- at ...

Help your child learn to love books by coming to our regularly scheduled storytimes, offered free of charge year-round! This is a great way to have an adventure with your kids and not spend any money! Family Night for the entire family every Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm. Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5 on Thursday mornings at 10:15 ...

Pending US Home Sales Surge Pending US home sales skyrocketed to their highest number in 7 years, a sure sign that the bottom is forming and that bargain seekers have arrived.  The National Association of Realtors reported that its seasonally adjusted index of sales contracts signed (the Pending Home Sales Index) jumped 6.7% to 90.3, well ...

"Summerize" Your Home with These Spring Projects It's hard to believe, but the official start of summer is just a few weeks away! Here are some spring cleaning projects you should definitely consider tackling before the hottest days of summer descend upon us.   Air Conditioning It's important to have your air conditioner ...