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Realty Reality - Archives - Main Index
Archives Category Index To Blog Articles 2004-2005
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This archive contains all blog articles containing information that has been determined to be date sensitive and posted between 2004 and 2005. 
For all other non-date sensitive articles click on the above link to the Main [Current] Category Index page (or Click here). 
For a complete list of all articles published during 2004 and 2005, click here.

Books
Building / Remodeling
Business
Celebrations / Holidays
Computer / Technology Related
Credit
Disasters / Emergencies
Eldercare
Energy Conservation
Floods / Flood Insurance
Gardening / Lawn Care
General
Fun / Relaxation
Heath Related
Insurance
Military
Mortgages / Loans
Music
New Jersey Specific
Personal Development
Real Estate - Commercial
Real Estate - General
Real Estate - Residential
Real Estate - Investment
Real Estate - Market / Trends
Recreation / Things To Do
Safety
Seniors  Issues
Taxes
Travel
 

Books
Recommended Books on Real Estate, Self-Development and Improvement, Finance, Business, Securities Investments, Historical, Educational, Self-Help and more.
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)

 
 

Building / Remodeling
Property development, building, contracting, commercial and residential, remodeling, repairs, maintenance, increasing property value.
Gartner: Six IT Trends That Will Greatly Impact People, Business and IT Industry [2005/12]
NAHB's "Housing Facts, Figures and Trends" Updated [2005/06]
NAHB: Remodeling Market Remains Strong in Second Quarter [2005/08]
NAR President Urges Communities To Create More Workforce Housing [2005/12]
Plywood Centennial - 100 Years of Plywood [2005]
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 2nd Quarter 2005 - Aging In Place
Remodelers Promote Aging-In-Place Features In Existing Homes [2005/11]
Remodeling: 2005 Cost vs. Value Report
Remodeling Posts Biggest Gain In A Decade  [2005/07]
Renovations Equation Shifting [2005/11]
Three-Car Garages The Trend Of The Future According to NAHB  [2005/07]
 

Business
All aspects of Business, including Startup, Market Opportunities, Management, Business Life-Cycle, Growing Your Business, Security, Human Resources.
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)

Celebrations / Holidays
Celebrations, Holidays, Special Events, Observances, Federal, State, Local
Celebrate: July 4th - Fireworks At Ft. Dix - 2005
Celebrate: Father's Day - Interesting Facts from Census Bureau
Celebrate: Mother's Day - Interesting Facts from Census Bureau
Celebrate: New Year's Eve - Penn's Landing
Celebrate: New Year's Eve - Times Square Interactive
Celebrate: Teacher Day / Teachers Appreciation Week - Interesting Facts from Census Bureau
Celebrate: Thanksgiving Day - Interesting Facts from Census Bureau
Celebrate: The Holiday Season - Interesting Facts From The Census Bureau
Celebrate: Unmarried and Single Americans Week - Census Bureau Facts
Celebrate: Veterans Day - Interesting Facts from Census Bureau
Christmas Card: Singing Santa and Reindeer
Share Your Holiday and Special Occasion Photos And Save Space
 

Computer and Technology Related
Everything Related to Computers and Technology, and Their Use, including Tips, Tools and Training
Becoming A Free Web Resource Service - AOL
Critical Windows Security Updates Now Available From Microsoft  [2005/11]
Critical Windows Fixes Now Ready for Updating  [2005/11]
Gartner: Six IT Trends That Will Greatly Impact People, Business and IT Industry  [2005/12]
Katrina - New Orleans And Surrounding Areas - Satellite Images
Microsoft Toll-Free Support for Security Update or Virus Issues
Microsoft: Critical Fix Coming for Windows Next Tuesday  [2005/11]
Passports - New Technology Planned
Real Estate Cyber Tips - October 2004
Real Estate Cyber Tips - November 2004
Real Estate Cyber Tips - December 2004
Real Estate Cyber Tips - January 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - February 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - March 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - April 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - May 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - June 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - July 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - August 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - September 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - October 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - November 2005
Real Estate Cyber Tips - December 2005
Sony CDs - Major Problems For Your Computer's Security  [2005/11]
SONY CDs - More Security Problems  [2005/12]
Trojan delivers unwanted gift to Windows PCs
Who's Phishing In Your Pond?

 
 

Credit
All about Your Credit -- How It is Defined, How to Develop and Maintain Good Credit, Bankruptcy, FICO, Credit Reports
Changes in Bankruptcy Code More Favorable to Landlords
Consumers Across the Country Now Eligible for Free Annual Credit Reports  [2005/09]
Free Annual Credit Report for Consumers In Northeastern States Available Sept-Dec
Katrina and Other Natural Disasters - Bankruptcy and U.S. Trustee Program
Reminder: You Can Still Obtain Your Free Credit Report For This Year  [2005/12]
Understanding New Bankruptcy Law, Effective October 17

Disasters / Emergencies
Disaster Information, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Response, Disaster/Emergency Planning
FEMA Unveils Online Disaster Assistance Help System For Individuals  [2008/08]
Hurricane Rita - Deadline Approaching for SBA Disasters Loan Applications  [2005/11]
Katrina - Eldercare Housing Resource - A Place For Mom / Dad
Katrina - FEMA By The Numbers - The First 100 Days
Katrina - Freddie to Buy Mortgages in Gulf Region [2005/09]
Katrina - Housing Resources Becoming Available for Displaced Hurricane Victims
Katrina - IRS News Releases and Legal Guidance
Katrina - More Time Given for Alabama Disaster Registration  [2005/12]
Katrina - New Orleans And Surrounding Areas - Satellite Images
Katrina - RE/MAX Helps Find Homes for Displaced Wal-Mart Workers
Katrina and Other Natural Disasters - Bankruptcy and U.S. Trustee Program
Katrina and Rita - FEMA - Hit Twice? Register Twice!
Katrina and Rita - HUD Announces No Downpayment Mortgages For Hurricane Disaster Victims
Katrina and Rita: HUD to Extend Foreclosure Moratorium for FHA Homeowners [2005/11]
Katrina and Rita - Mortgage Insurance for Disaster Victims Section 203(h)
Katrina and Rita - New Housing Strategy for Hurricane Victims Suggested for FEMA
Katrina and Rita - NMHC Welcomes FEMA's New Long-Term Housing Plan  [2005/11]
SBA Disaster Loans Are Not Just for Businesses
See also "Safety"
See also "Floods / Flood Insurance"
 

Eldercare
Eldercare Issues - Resources, Ideas, Encouragement, Planning, Caregiving
Katrina - Eldercare Housing Resource - A Place For Mom / Dad
See also "Seniors Issues"


 

Energy Conservation
Energy Conservation Help, Guidelines, Calculators for Property and Automobile, Savings Solutions
EIA: Annual Energy Outlook 2006 and Beyond  [2005/12]
EIA: Higher Heating Fuel Bills Expected This Winter  [2005/10]
 

 

Floods / Flood Insurance
Floods and Floods Insurance Issues, Including Tips, Resources, Programs
FEMA NJ Flooding Disaster Declared 7-16-2004
FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program
FEMA Updates Status of Flood Maps
See also "Disasters/Emergencies"

Fun / Relaxation
Fun, Relaxation, Leisure, Games, Puzzles, Brain Teasers, Shows, Events, Festivals, Entertainment, TV, Radio, Movies, Shows, Music, Humor
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)
See also "Recreation / Things To Do"
See also "Travel"

Gardening / Farming / Lawn Care / Landscaping
Gardening, Farming, Lawn Care, Lawn Mowers, Lawn Mowing, Landscaping, Plants, Tips, Guides
Garden Trends for 2005


 

General
General Interest and Broad Interest, Families, non-Real Estate, Moving, ReRecycling, References, Security, Literature, Arts
Big Jump In Heating Costs Could Hit Homeowners This Winter [2005/10]
February's [2005] Most Oversupplied Vehicles - Take Advantage of the Surplus
Garden Trends for 2005
Happy News
Have a Great July 4th!
Information Security Guides Released by NAR
Mars Spectacular In August 2005 - Fact or Fiction?
NHTSA completes 2005 SUV Crash, Rollover Ratings; Results at Safercar.Gov
Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Starts Tonight  [October]
 

 

Heath Related
Health and Healthcare issues, Medicine, Preventive Measures, Dieting, Good Health, Nutrition
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)

Insurance
Homeowners Insurance and Insurability of Property
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)
See also "Floods / Flood Insurance"

 

Military
Resources, References and Items of Interest to Military Personnel and Their Families
Active Soldiers Under Gun From Mortgage Lenders  [2005/04]
Celebrate July 4th: Fireworks At Ft. Dix - 2005


 

Mortgages / Loans
Mortgages and Loans, Interest Rates, Risks, Warnings - for Residential and Commercial
Bankrate: Mortgage Rates Highest Since September 2003 [2005/11]
eFannieMae: Single and Multi-Family Selling and Servicing Forms
Fannie Mae Announces Mortgage Relief for Hurricane Katrina Victims  [2005/08]
Fannie Mae Finds More Dodgy Accounting [2005/11]
Fannie Mae Unveils DUS Mezzanine Program
FHA Commissioner Announces Changes to FHA Programs  [2005/11]
FHA Loans With Down Payment Assistance Need Watching
HUD Finalizes Rule To Make More Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Mortgage Data Available To The Public  [2005/11]
HUD Raises Fines for Lenders Who Fail To Assist Troubled Borrowers
Katrina and Rita - HUD Announces No Downpayment Mortgages For Hurricane Disaster Victims
Katrina and Rita - Mortgage Insurance for Disaster Victims Section 203(h)
MBA Releases Research Paper on the Housing and Mortgage Markets  [2005/08]
Mortgage Rates Have Fallen Again [2005/05]
NAR Backs Real Estate Provisions in Bankruptcy Reform Bill
NAR Cautions Buyers on Specialty Loans
NAR Welcomes Federal Guidelines on Specialty Mortgages  [2005/12]
New Home Repair Program Makes FHA-Insured Home Loans Even More Attractive
Occupancy Fraud Most Common Mortgage Fraud
OFHEO Announces Maximum 2006 Conforming Loan Limit [2005/12]
Property and Casualty Insurers Face Huge Payments  [2005/12]
Workshop On Apartment Development Finance
 
 

 

Music
Anything and Everything Related to Music: including Genres, Festivals, Performances, Performers, Participation, Listening, Theory, Sources
Sony Music CDs - Major Problems For Your Computer's Security  [2005/11]

 

 

New Jersey Specific
Articles About New Jersey in General and/or South Jersey In Particular, State Legislation, Government, Taxation, Culture, Events, Security, Emergency / Disaster, History, Legacies, Festivals and Things To Do, Foods, People, Towns, Communities, Attractions, Performing Arts
Acting NJ Governor Signs Laws Clarifying Real Estate Transaction Fees [2005/01]
All South Jersey Benefit Concert for Hurricane Katrina Relief  [2005/10]
Celebrate July 4th: Fireworks At Ft. Dix - 2005
Deadline: 2004 FAIR Homeowner Rebate Application Due 10/17  [2005/08]
NJ Court: Mount Laurel Can Condemn, Preserve Land [2005/08]
New Jersey 2004 Senior Freeze Program - Deadline Extension  [2005/08]
NJ Fire Extinguisher Legislation Now Law [2005/11]
NJ Fire Extinguisher Legislation Signed Into Law [2005/04]
NJDEP Wastwater Restriction Proposals Announced
State Fax Law Goes Into Effect December 1 [2005/11]
Visit South Jersey - Attractions, Food, Arts and Entertainment, Sports, Things To Do

Personal Development
Personal Development, Improvement
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)

 

Real Estate - Commercial
Commercial Real Estate News, Resources, References, Markets, Listings - General, Industrial, Office, Warehouse, Retail, Multi-Units and more
Black's Guide Survey: Commercial Real Estate Reveals An Optimistic Industry - For First Time In Five Years  [2005/08]
Bush Signs Extension of Terror Insurance Law  [2005/12]
Commercial Market Continues Momentum  [2005/02]
Commercial Real Estate Improving, Vacancy Rates To Decline  [2005/03]
Correction to Commercial Real Estate Sector Likely in 2006  [2005/11]
Economic Growth Fuels Demand for Commercial Space  [20005/03]
Final EPA Rule Provides Liability Protection To Encourage Redevelopment Of Brownfields  [2005/11]
Job Growth, Trade and Hurricanes Drive Commercial Real Estate  [2005/12]
NAR to Launch Leading Index for Commercial Real Estate Market  [2005/11]
NHMC: Apartment Market Conditions Continue to Strengthen  [2005/10]
Tenant-in-common (TIC) Boom Creates Commercial Opportunities
Senate Passed Terrorism Risk Insurance Act
See also "Real Estate - Markets / Trends"

Real Estate - General
General Real Estate Articles, References and Resources, Moving, Relocation
Buying In A Slowing Market
Census Bureau to Update Information on Nation's Housing
Changes in Bankruptcy Code Favorable to Landlords
Endangered Species Bill Passes House with Realtors Support [2005/10]
HUD Study Shows People With Disabilities Face Discrimination In Up to Half of Rental Inquiries
How High Can We Go Before Gas Prices Do Major Damage To The Economy?
MLS Membership Requirement Not Anti-Competitive
NAR Cautions Buyers on Specialty Loans
NAR: Existing-Home Sales at Second-Highest Level  [2005/09]
NAR Responds to Erroneous Statements Made on Today Show  [2005/6]
National IDX Listings to Become Available Via www.remax.com   [2005/08]
New Electrical Code Being Adopted By Numerous States
New NAR Policy Delivers More MLS Information to Consumers
Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (OFHEO)
OFHEO Releases 2005 Annual Report to Congress
REALTORS® Required to Take Quadrennial Ethics Training
RE/MAX = Little League Baseball + Softball  [2005/05]
RE/MAX International Announces A New Internet Strategy to Begin February 2006  [2005/08]
RE/MAX States Opinion on Competition in the Real Estate Industry  [2005/10]
Top Mistakes of Home Buyers and Sellers in 2005
Supreme Court Clarifies Constitutional Property Rights
Supreme Court Eminent Domain Decision - My Thoughts
Supreme Court in Eminent Domain Decision Rules In Favor of Cities
What Is Eminent Domain?

 

Real Estate - Investment
Real Estate Investing for Residential, Multi-Unit, Commercial, Increasing Value and Profits, Strategies, Training
Buying In A Slowing Market
Changes in Bankruptcy Code Favorable to Landlords
Chicago Exchange To Offer Housing Futures Contracts In April
Real Estate May Be Generation X's Pension Plan
Single Family Homes vs. Multi-tenant vs. Commercial Part 1
New Home Repair Program Makes FHA-Insured Home Loans Even More Attractive
New Study Takes In-Depth Look At Real Estate Flipping
NMHC Report Grades Property Management Software Providers
NMHC Welcomes FEMA's New Long-Term Housing Plan  [2005/11]
Rental-Apartment Market Picks Up Pac2  [2005/10]
Should I Buy In A Hot Real Estate Market?


 

Real Estate - Residential
Home Buying, Selling, Ownership, Maintaining, Improving, Savings, Renting vs. Buying, Organizing
Best Place to Live in USA: Moorestown, Burlington County, New Jersey!
Big Jump In Heating Costs Could Hit Homeowners This Winter  [2005/10]
Chicago Exchange To Offer Housing Futures Contracts In April
Community Association Satisfaction Affirmed
Factors You Must Consider to Successfully Sell a Home (Survey)
New Home Repair Program Makes FHA-Insured Home Loans Even More Attractive
NJ Fire Extinguisher Legislation Signed Into Law
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 3rd Quarter 2005 - Home Inspection
Top Mistakes of Home Buyers and Sellers in 2005


 

Real Estate - Market / Trends
Real Estate Market Trends, Studies, Research, Analysis, Economy, Sales, Business Activity, Surveys
Click here for Real Estate Market Trends for 2004 and 2005
 

Recreation / Things To Do
Recreational Activities, Sports, Things To Do, Places to Visit, Historic Sites, Museums, Performances, When and Where to Go, Cultural Events, Attractions
Philadelphia 76ers 2005 Basketball Schedule
See also "Fun / Relaxation"
See also "Travel"
 

Safety
Safety Issues, Accident Prevention, First-Aid, Avoiding Damages by Fire, Smoke and Water, Safety For Kids
Fire Prevention Week - Use Candles With Care  [2005/10]
My Secrets for Avoiding the Effects of Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
See also "Disasters/Emergencies"

 

Seniors  Issues
Topics of Interest to Seniors and Adults over the Age of 55, Medical, Retirement, Reverse Mortgages, Housing, Long-Term Care, Senior Resources
New Jersey 2004 Senior Freeze Program - Deadline Extension  [2005/08]
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 1st Quarter 2004
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 2nd Quarter 2004
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 3rd Quarter 2004
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 4th Quarter 2004
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 2nd Quarter 2005 - Aging In Place
Real Estate Matters: News & Issues for the Mature Market - 3rd Quarter 2005 - Home Inspection
Remodelers Promote Aging-In-Place Features In Existing Homes  [2005/11]
Seniors Advantage Center
Tips for Older Adults and People with Disabilities to Save Money On Healthcare
See also "Eldercare"
 

Taxes
More Than You May Want To Know, Everything You Need To Know About Taxes, Federal / State / Local
Deadline: 2004 FAIR Homeowner Rebate Application Due 10/17  [2005/08]
Energy Improvements Get Tax Credits Starting January 1st  [2005/12]
IRS: 2006 Inflation Adjustments Announcement
IRS Announces Improvements to Tax Stats Web Pages
IRS Extends Transition Relief to Partnerships and Pass-Thru Entities Under New Code Section  [2005/12]
IRS Launches Study of S Corporation Reporting Compliance  [2005/07]
IRS Provides Guidance on Sale of Personal Residence Used as Rental Property
IRS Reminds About Requirement of Written Acknowledgment for Donated Cars  [2005/12]
IRS Statistics of Income Spring 2005 Bulletin Takes Detail Look at REITs
IRS: Toyota Highlander Hybrid Certified for the Clean-Fuel Deduction [2005/06]
IRS Warns of Questionable Deductions for Donated Vehicles  [2005/12]
IRS: Withholding Required On Certain U.S. Real Property Transaction
Katrina - IRS News Releases and Legal Guidance  [2005/09]
NAHB Survey: Americans Support Housing Tax Incentives  [2005/11]
New Jersey 2004 Senior Freeze Program - Deadline Extension  [2005/08]
Tax Free Exchanges and IRS Code Section 121 - Watch out for the New Residence Rules  [2005/01]
Realtors Raise Alarms Over Real Estate Tax Proposal  [2005/10]
Seven Tax Tips For The Year End  [2005/12]
Understanding New Bankruptcy Law, Effective October 17
Updates on Estate Tax  [2005/03]
Your Gonna' Pay -- NJ Transfer Taxes  [2005/01]
    Acting NJ Governor Signs Laws Clarifying Real Estate Transaction Fees  [2005/01]
 

Travel
Travel Tips, Suggestion, Getaways, Attractions, Dining, Eating Out, Tours
(No 2005 archives for this category, CLICK HERE for Main Index)
See also "New Jersey Specific"
See also "Recreation/Things To Do"

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