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    FHA 203(k) loans
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    I am sure this has been covered before but can anybody give me a rundown of what the criteria for an FHA 203(k) loan is? What are limitations? Is this still available...
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  • Renovation
    kitchen facelift.. need design advice
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    with keeping the "blue pearl" granite floor (to minimize costs) . thoughts on painting cabinets an earthy gray and replacing countertops with carrera of similar. ...
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  • Sales
    Closing Costs
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    What are typical closing costs from soup to nuts for a coop? Also, what are the advantages..esp price wise of using a mortgage broker vs directly going to a bank?
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  • Sales
    Obama taxes to cost richest NYers $95K a year
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    >> Obama taxes to cost richest NYers $95K a year Study compares final tabs for various income groups in New York under Obama’s tax plan, which keeps some, but...
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  • Schools
    2011 public schools
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    I know I'm early here, but ds will go to K in Sept 2011, will the school situation on the UWS be any better for that class? We're renting in 199 zone and want to move...
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  • Anything
    Movers from Nor Cal to NYC
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    I was wondering if anybody could suggest a moving company they have used from Northern California to NYC. Will be a small move of about 2000 to 2500 pounds. Thanks
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  • Market
    Why does Buffet keep getting a free pass?
    Updated almost 16 years ago
    1st: He had the Gen Re/AIG fraud - those shenanigans leading to AIG getting higher ratings than they should have, making them a more valued counterparty for their...
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