Check out Trulia's Bubble Watch to see how close (or far) we are from bursting!

Home Prices Simmering, Not Bubbling - The Huffington Post

http://bit.ly/Ikil5K

Happy Thanksgiving! Looking for last minute menu ideas - check out Oprah's all star list!

O, The Oprah Magazine digs into the archives and proudly shares a list of favorite Thanksgiving menus from issues past.

http://bit.ly/Iki4Ql

Should you make an offer on a home if a sale is pending?

Sale pending can mean a few different things, but generally it indicates that all contingencies have been removed, and the buyer is moving toward closing.

http://bit.ly/IkhPoo

Expecting a lot of guests for Thanksgiving but don't know where to put everyone? Check out these simple tips on how to maximize your dining space.

Thanksgiving puts your dining room to the true test. Here are eight ways to get more out of your space.

http://bit.ly/IkhwtJ

Central bank contemplates pulling back on its $85 billion-a-month bond-buying program to keep rates low.

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Tuesday that short-term interest rates may stay near zero "well after" the jobless rate falls below 6.5%, the latest effort by the central bank to assure markets that rates will remain low even as it contemplates pulling back on its $85 billion-a-month bond...

http://bit.ly/IkgVs7

Lower down payments may entice more to consider buying - 15 is the new 20

Lenders are easing the demand on loans for wealthy borrowers as home prices rise and banks compete for business.

http://bit.ly/IkgsWE

100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100

Invest a little cash and get a big improvement in how your home looks and feels. The editors of This Old House give you their top tips

http://bit.ly/IkfSZ2

100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100

Details and design tips that pack a punch!

http://bit.ly/IkfSZ2

Real Estate Newsletter | Relevant Information | November 2013

Like many of you, as I prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, I pause to reflect upon the many things for which I am thankful. First and foremost, my success this year could not have been achieved without my family and friends. Your love and support keep me going! Next, with a sincerely grat...

http://eepurl.com/Jgjm1

Tech-savvy real estate agents have a clear market advantage over their peers moving forward. Another indication that this industry is changing.

What agents coming into real estate today can tell us about where the industry is headed. Insights on recruiting from REDcareers CEO Casey Wright.

http://bit.ly/185kvAw

If your house is on the market to sell, but you still want to decorate for the holidays -Go Ahead and be festive, just remember to keep it simple. Buyers want to see themselves in your home!

The holiday decorating experts at HGTV.com share 8 ideas for decking out your front porch for the holidays.

http://bit.ly/1bDONcO

Feeling a bit chilly? Here are some hot ideas that are sure to warm up your backyard this season.

Fire pits and torches are great ways to create a focal point, gathering place and create ambiance either in your yard or on your deck. See these fire pit ideas from HGTV Gardens.

http://bit.ly/1bDQTct

Are FHA loans getting more expensive? Read on...

FHA loans often cost more than mortgages with PMI. Here are reasons to go FHA anyway.

http://bit.ly/185iRil

Millennials with high-paying jobs seem to be the most comfortable among young people with securing a mortgage these days.

Some 20-somethings are throwing caution to the wind and snapping up homes...for better or for worse.

http://bit.ly/185gQTt

What types of floors do you think buyers want in a home?

Some households are tougher on their floors than others. Learn about the different types available and determine what flooring best suits your needs before you remodel.

http://bit.ly/HAy54I

Are you a good boss? Overcommunication may be a key to success.

When employees are working hard because they want to, as opposed to because they have to, it’s a win-win.

http://bit.ly/HAxLmx

Dress up your front door before Thanksgiving with an amazing DIY fall wreath!

Deck your door with one of these 9 DIY wreaths

http://bit.ly/HAxctc

Moving to California? Sales are going to the highest bidder!

http://bit.ly/HAwVGz

Mortgages are loosening - some only require 5% down - more good news for home buyers!!

Low down payment loans are making a comeback and private lenders -- not FHA -- are leading the charge.

http://bit.ly/HAwLyZ

Another Positive 2014 Real Estate prediction: "We expect that the recovery will continue, we just expect that the pace of it will slow down in 2014."

Projected slowdown to follow continued recovery in 2013.

http://bit.ly/HAwwnv

Preparing to list your home for sale requires organization. Here are a few tips to get you moving.

If you’re moving across the country, downsizing or just doing some seasonal cleaning, you are likely wondering how to get rid of stuff.

http://bit.ly/HAvNTr

Homebuyers love the internet, but still want an agent - you weigh in - I'd love to hear your feedback!

Use of the Internet among consumers in the homebuying process continues to grow, but those buyers are more, not less, likely to use a real estate agent, according to an annual survey from the National Association of Realtors. For those who purchased a home July 2012 and June 2013, the highest share…

http://www.inman.com/2013/11/04/homebuyers-more-likely-to-use-real-estate-agents-even-as-internet-usage-hits-an-all-time-high/

Expected slowdown in the market diverts bubble - but how long will it last?

The U.S. Zillow Home Value Index stood at $163,000 as of the end of the third quarter, up 6.4 percent year-over-year and 1.2 percent from the end of the second quarter. But national home values in September remained the same as in August, and the pace of monthly home value growth has fallen in each…

http://bit.ly/16IYGTe