Palladium: Beating the Gold Standard?

Gold prices are continuing to tumble, dropping in June 2013 to their worst first-half levels in over 30 years, thanks in part to the rebound of the US economy and the planned rollback of the Federal Reserve’s mortgage securities stimulus plan. And as gold fades from...

The Renter Tsunami—Good News For Investors

They’re calling it the ‘renter tsunami” – a wave of Americans choosing tot rent rather than buy homes that’s fueled by two key demographic groups: millennials and the newly retired. Although these two groups may not appear to have much in common, their desire to...

Smishing – A New Way to Steal Your Identity

Remember phishing? Now there’s smishing, a new kind of electronic identity theft targeting uses of smartphones and tablets. But although the venue may be new, these scammers are simply adapting the same old tried and true tactics that con artists used to use on the...

Solar Energy Fight Targets Green Upgrades

In today’s housing market, green upgrades mean better prices and quick sales, and solar adaptations lead the way in eco friendly alterations. But as incentives and credits help homeowners install rooftop solar panels, utility companies around the country are starting...

Asian Investment Boosts US Real Estate

The latest wave of foreign investment in US real estate comes from China. Chinese investors backed by government funds are pouring money into a variety of projects and properties around the country – and they’re being welcomed with open arms by many US sellers and...