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A few years ago , my parents rented a house in Galena Illinois that was like 7 BR and 5 Baths and it as awesome for us.
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2. He must report the income if the number of days he rents the property exceeds 10% of the number of days he personally uses it
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4. He must report the income unless he rents the vacation house at less than fair market value

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In part 1 we discussed some basic necessities you’ll need when selling your home or condo. In part 2 we’re going to take a closer look at some very common reasons and problems that sellers face when selling a property.

Your homes accessibility is a major consideration. If your house is easy to find and get to, it will typically move quicker than homes that are difficult to get to. Remember that your potential buyers and their realtors are busy. They will skip seeing your home if it is a hassle to view. Make sure to always use a lockbox so other agents may access your house while you are away. This way the buyer and their agent’s life easier. If security is an issue, use an electronic lock box (they record who accessed your home).

Location has a huge impact on how quickly your home will sell. If you are in a central location or an area with a good reputation then you can likely count on a smooth sale. If you are in an area that is not well known or further away it is going to be up to your Realtor to market the benefits of living in your area. How close you are to basic amenities like grocery stores, gas stations, and family basics like schools, parks (etc.) will have an impact on the sale of your home as well. Make sure to highlight features like: “well developed area”, “quiet and restful”

Your home should shine! A clean home is far more likely to sell in a respectable amount of time then a less clean or dirty one. Any minor repairs must be done, as well as certain cosmetic aspects of your home. Cosmetics include: painting the walls, steam cleaning carpets, washing base boards, washing and possibly painting cupboards, scrubbing tiles and grout to a sparkly finish. If you are low on time and cannot have the wall painted in time, then hire someone to do it. If money is a concern then wash your walls well. A simple rule of thumb is the cleaner and the more it sparkles the better it is and easier/faster it will sell.

In the next installment of our miniseries, we will be taking a closer look at how to manage and deal with buyers and ways to overcome some buyer seller road blocks.

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When you are apartment searching in Fresno CA, put together a rental search plan. Be sure to know ahead of time what you yearn for in an apartment and what you can live without. Resolve ahead of time what areas of the city you might consider living in and make a list of apartment buildings within that perimeter.

Be sure to consider how far away and how convenient it will be for you to trek to your work or your school or your family and friends. Furthermore, how far is the apartment from banks, shopping, hospitals, church, and so on. If you own a car, make sure that there is adequate and convenient parking space. If you don’t drive make sure that there is a bus stop nearby.

Narrow your apartment search to the size of rental unit you need. Studio apartment or one bedroom apartment or 2 BR apartment or more. Are you considering a furnished apartment or do you need a short term rental? If you are renting an apartment with a cat, dog, or other pet, you need to find out which apartments allow renting with pets and which do not. And, if they do allow pets, is there an additional security deposit required and if so, how much is it? Do you want an apartment complex with an exercise room or tennis courts or a pool or a recreation room, etc. Do you simply want a pleasant and clean pad.

Be realistic about what you can come up with the money for. Most apartment renting guides suggest that your rent should not be more than 25% to 30% of your income. This can be different depending on the income bracket, but be sure to be real when budgeting additional apartment expenses such as heating and air conditioning and other utilities. If you fall short of affording the apartment of your choice, you might consider sharing an apartment with a roommate or roommates. Keep in mind that living with roommates can help you meet the expense of an upscale apartment or even, in some cases, luxury apartments, but it also has extreme restrictions to your privacy.

If you are familiar with the area and its neighborhoods, that gives you a distinct advantage for your apartment search. If, however, you are relocating to a new town or are not very knowledgeable about the city, you may want to contact an Apartment Locator or an Apartment Finder.

Once you narrow down your search for apartments down to apartments which agree with your needs and desires you have got to be well organized and well prepared for your visits to the apartment complexes. When inspecting the rental premises be on the alert for unsafe conditions, excessive noise from traffic or playgrounds or neighbors. Go to the apartment building at night as well as the daytime hours. This will give you a more comprehensive understanding of the total space you will be residing in.

When you find the apartment complex that meets your renting requirements and desires, you must be ready to put your best foot forward when you meet the manager. This person may be the apartment building manager or a renting agent for the apts. You should plan for this apartment renting meeting in a professional and intelligent way. Be advised that you are going to be asked to provide proof that you are a reliable prospective renter. You are most likely going to need references from previous landlords. You might also be required to show that you are gainfully employed and can meet the expense of the rent. Many landlords might demand a credit report. If you are a first time tenant and/or you have limited credit history you might be asked for references from relatives, associates, employer, professionals, and the like. Also if you are renting with bad credit you will definitely want to come to the interview with a solid collection of references.

You are not automatically restricted from apartment renting with less than perfect credit, but you may well be required to put up an additional security deposit and possibly have a credit worthy person co-sign the apartment lease with you. Don’t be unprepared for any of these requests. Be sure to fill out a 100% accurate apartment rental application and come to the meeting with references, proof of employment, credit information and any other renting resources at the ready. If you do have a credit history or renting history that might be detrimental, going through an apartment locator or apartment finder may be the better answer. They will present your history to the landlord for you, (make sure they are 100% truthful about it) and they can also be very helpful and save you a lot of time because they most likely will know which landlords and apartments are more easygoing in these circumstances. They can also tell you as to exactly what kinds of references and documents you might need to prove that you can be a good resident.

You Have Found Your Dream Apartment

As soon as you have located your ideal apartment, or as close to your ideal apartment as possible, now it is necessary to pay exceedingly close attention to the details of the rental agreement. An Apartment Lease is a agreement between you and the landlord. When agreed upon and signed by the renter and the landlord, the rental lease creates obligations and boundaries for both parties. The most obvious covenants of the apartment lease are the length of the rental, (Six month lease, one year lease, two year lease, etc.) The amount of the security deposit, when the rental fee is owed, who is responsible for what utilities. Also in that apartment lease, though, are stipulations, (sometimes in small print) that can deal with a large variety of landlord and tenant obligations and restrictions.

They can contain, but are not limited to, the following:

* Repairs of the apartment * Care of the premises * Sanitation * Insurance * Governmental policy * Eminent Domain * Annoyance and sound clauses * Terms as to the circumstances whereby the landlord can come into the premises * Use of Common Areas * Keys and locks * Loss or damage * Parking * Pets * Plumbing * What the landlord may do if the rent is not paid * What the renter can do to bring the rent current before any kind of action might be started * Non performance or violation of the agreement by the occupant * Renter’s penalties in the event of early termination * Circumstances which might cause the resident or the property-owner to break the lease prior to the end of the term * Heat and other utilities * Removal of goods * Surrender or Non-Surrender of the premises * Waivers of a range of obligations * Prohibited reprisals * Trash disposal * Recyclables

Potential tenants ought to read an Apartment lease completely. Prospective apartment renters should understand everything that is contained in that lease and make an informed decision to be 100% accepting of all the provisions for both the tenant and the manager, that you are positive that you can live up to your end of the bargain and that you are at ease with the requirements on the landlord’s end.

If you do not understand every single paragraph of that apartment lease then do not sign it until you do understand it. If necessary and if possible, request help in interpreting the lease from a trusted source such as a experienced friend or family member or employer or professional, or anyone else who can understand it and explain it to you. If needed get legal advice. It can cost additional funds if you do not qualify for free legal assistance, but that additional cost might save you a lot of money and save you a ton of heartache and frustration down the road.

If you do not agree with any of the provisions of that apartment lease and/or you feel that you can’t live up to the tenant’s obligations, or if you are not in agreement with any of the landlord’s rights under the agreement, then do not sign the lease until/or unless it can be changed to your agreement. If the apartment rental agreement cannot be amended to meet your needs and desires and comfort level then do not sign the lease and do not rent that apartment. The Apartment Rental agreement that you sign as a prospective occupant will not change once you become the actual occupant of that apartment.

Good fortune in your Fresno apartment hunt and good luck in your new apartment.

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There are many people searching for jobs these days. Whether it is due to the economy and they have been laid off, or because their current job leaves them feeling unfulfilled, they are searching for jobs. In some cases, they will need an edge over their fellow job hunters and they may consider going back to school. This is often an expensive decision. For many, they are happy to pay the cost. However, others may not have the money, or if they have just finished paying off their first student loan, they may not be ready to spend too much more. In other cases, people may want to change their profession. Additional education may be necessary, but it may not be in the budget. If you are frustrated with your current career, but you do not want to invest a fortune in another degree, there are options for you. If you want to become one of a number of successful Cleveland realtors, or you want to sell Cleveland real estate, or you want to enter the alternative health field, or you would like to turn your eye for style and design into a career, you can find affordable training.

Several options exist for those who want to leave their current job for a new career. One of them is being someone who sells homes. Getting a license to become a realtor is challenging, but it can happen in a short period of time and it is not expensive. Some states even offer a self study course. Those who would like to sell homes can buy the study materials which often include DVDs and text books. In their own time, they study the course work, and when they are finished they take the test. The other option is attending class with other people. Either option can usually be completed in six months time.

Another choice for someone looking for a change is working in the natural healing field. Massage therapy school is a great career who considers themselves nuturing and who likes to work with people. Reputable massage therapy programs feature lessons in anatomy and pathology. However, accelerated courses will enable someone to be licensed in less than a year.

Because of the popularity of home design and decorating television shows, many have decided to turn their decorating hobby into a career. Some have realized they have a special talent for this and they want to turn it into their work. There are training courses which can prepare you and help you get started in the profession.

If you are ambitious, you may be able to combine this training with a career as a realtor. There are lots of choices, so if you have reached your wit’s end with your current career, it is time to begin thinking about a way to move on. Training for a whole new career does not have to involve four years worth of your time and money.

Connor R. Sullivan has an assistant at the office who is actively searching for homes with the help of Cleveland realtors. The Cleveland real estate agent found many homes with good school districts to tour.

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Owning property comes with a large responsibility. Letting properties can be an even bigger one. Once having made the decision to acquire properties to let, or to let your own property, there are certain protocols to follow and laws can be complex. Making sure the property is up to code and whether to consult Letting Agencies are two of the most important steps in having success in this area.

Calling in a property inspector to check for any mishaps in plumbing, heating, and other units is the first order of the day when preparing to let a home. A favorable report will show that the home meets any insurance or code requirements as well as meets rental regulations. It’s important to remember that in many countries a safety certification is required prior to letting a property and, based on this, a priority list of what to fix can be made.

When a house is vacated the landlord must make a thorough inspection of the premises. It is important to make a list of any repairs or touch-ups that need to be made. This list should be followed through and completed as soon as possible. It’s important that cleanliness be a primary focus as it can deter renters from signing a lease.

No one wishes to move into a house with a ragged dirty rug or broken, cracked linoleum on the floor. This is an area that needs immediate improvement to have a successful let. This would be a complete turn off no matter how well-built the house is and should be a priority on any repair list. If it’s not something that a landlord wants to live with, it is not something they should expect of others.

The woman of a home spends a great deal of time in the kitchen. It is important that this room give a sense of warmth and comfort. To do this, the room needs to be clean, freshly painted, and color coordinated. Cabinets are a big part of the room and may need to be replaced or sanded and re-painted. Check the sink, counters, and any utilities for cracks or chips and replace if necessary.

Having got the house in good order it is time to contact an agency to handle the letting. These agencies are well versed in all the laws regarding home letting and will sit down with the landlord and go over the do’s and don’ts of the transaction. There are many advantages to engaging such a group to act in your behalf when letting a unit. If at all possible, personal contact with the tenant is not recommended.

Using agencies to handle property has long been used by knowledgeable landlords. The agency is aware of all legal rules and regulations and will obtain the proper signatures for the documents. They will also check the prospective tenant to make sure they are the right people to take proper care of the property.

Th use of Letting Agencies can provide a sense of relief to landlords. This not only includes relief from the day to day stress when the property is handled on a personal basis, but any legal hassles as well. They also handle all financial interactions between renters and landlords, forwarding a rent cheque to the landlord each month, less the agency fee, which can provide a sense of relief to landlords.

You can learn more about the many benefits of using landlord services today! Letting agents can provide you the highest return on your investment with minimal effort on your part.

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Enthusiasts of the Spanish revival style of architecture continue to be inspired by the Mission San Gabriel in California as another example of one of their amazing missions. It is believed that the Paleo-Indians crossed into America by means of Asia on the land bridge called Beringia. This is estimated to have taken place about 15,000 to 35,000 years ago.

The San Gabriel Mission which was founded in September 1771 on a planned site in Montebello, California. The Mission was located on a tract of lush plain along the Rio Hondo that is present day Montebello. Regrettably, the Mission was suffered loss as a result of a flood in 1776. It was re-established 5 miles away in what is present day San Gabriel. From Mission San Gabriel, the pueblo was sent out and over time they founded Los Angeles.

Wasn’t that a deep trip into history? Well, back to the task at hand. Mission San Gabriel was founded in September of 1771, on its planned site on the fertile plain along the Rio Hondo, today known as Montebello, California. The Mission was ruined by a flood in 1776, and was rebuilt 5 miles away in what today is known as San Gabriel. From Mission San Gabriel, the pueblo was sent and eventually founded Los Angeles. Damage occurred on the outer architecture of the mission during the 1812 earthquakes that shook the entire foundation of California. The three-bell campanario, located near the chapel’s east faade, fully collapsed and was destroyed.

The bigger 6-bell structure was then moved to compensate for the ruptured campanario. While no pictorial record exists to document what the original structure looked like, architectural historian Rexford Newcomb deduced the design and published a depiction in his 1916 work The Franciscan Mission Architecture of Alta California.

Why do we discuss all this, and how does it apply to our understanding of the Spanish Revival style of architecture? Well, the history of Mission San Gabriel makes it clear that the missions of California have weathered a lot of storms, and some are only mere copies of what they once were.

This makes an captivating proposition because it reveals how the Revival style is merely a copy of a copy, as the missions are also in this state. Although we recognize that we are only seeing a sliver of its old stature, it doesn’t reduce our lure to this style. People in California and over the entire nation, are using the architectural appearances of this style to build not only their homes but also their civic establishments. These buildings are some of the same historic real estate you may see for sale today.

For instance there is a lovely Spanish Revival building in St. Louis by architect T.P. Barnett, son of George I. Barnett who was also a famous architect in St. Louis. The T.P. Barnett building is principally appealing because it also contains Art Deco influences. This makes it one of the most unique buildings in the Grand Center region of St. Louis. With no doubt is this a historic building that you certainly must see the next time you’re in St. Louis. This wonderful structure of the Spanish Revival buildings is located on Washington Avenue.

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What town in Mass should I live in. I’m looking for a ranch property about 30-80 acres. I also want waterfront property. A lake preferably. It’s also important that the area has really really good schools. With a lot of AP classes and extracurricular activities. I Don’t want to live in the middle of nowhere. In fact, I would like to live no farther than an hour away from a big city. Preferably Boston. I also want a suburb-ish area. I want an ethnicity mixed area with like, (just an example) 50/50 whilt/hispanic. I like a town with a lot of things to do and a lot of shops.Thanks love!

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HIS 202: Quiz #1 (Chapter 18)

Name:

Directions: Indicate the best answer for each of the following questions by bold printing the correct response (10 points).

1.Although the Treaty of Fort Laramie gave the Sioux the right to occupy the Black Hills for “as long as the grass shall grow,” that agreement was rapidly overturned due to
A.The failure of the Sioux to stop raids on white settlers.
B.The demands of farmers for additional lands to homestead.
C.The discovery of gold in the Black Hills of the Dakotas.
D.The lack of water in the region.

2.Which best describes who was able to reap enormous profits from the western mines
A.Entrepreneurs who could afford the expensive equipment necessary to extract the ore from deep in the earth.
B.A handful of lucky prospectors like Henry Comstock who found rich deposits by sheer chance
C.Anyone with the persistence & dedication to endure the hard work and isolation of prospecting
D.Foreign investors

3.The Mormons were despised and persecuted by many Americans because they believed in
A.Judaism
B.Salvation through works and faith, not just faith alone
C.Polygamy
D.The ability to save one’s ancestors

4.Which of the following best describes the status of Mexicans living in the areas the U.S. obtained from Mexico through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
A.It guaranteed them United States citizenship and property rights
B.They forfeited their lands to American settlers
C.They were denied both citizenship and property rights
D.They were denied citizenship, but were allowed to keep land to which they had clear title

5.The open range cattle industry came to an end for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
A.The arrival of farmers with barbed wire.
B.Harsh winters and dry summers which killed off the herds.
C.Overstocking ranges and the resulting depletion of grass.
D.Declining demand for beef due to changes in diets in the East.

6.Opening the Great Plains to farming was the result of all of the following EXCEPT
A.Advertising and promotional campaigns.
B.Improvements in farm technology.
C.Widespread irrigation of the land.
D.The building of railroads across the region.

7.Most settlers bought their land rather than getting it through the Homestead Act because the land for sale
A.Was often nearer transportation and markets.
B.Had richer soil and a better climate.
C.Was cheaper than going through the lengthy Homestead process.
D.Had more trees and received more rain.

8.Most family farmers who produced wheat for exchange were dependent on all of the following EXCEPT
A.Shipping costs.
B.Weather conditions.
C.Labor costs.
D.International markets.

9.California agribusiness profited from all of the following EXCEPT
A.Creative marketing techniques.
B.New technology such as the refrigerated railroad car.
C.Cooperative marketing associations.
D.Independent, self-sufficient farmers.

10.In 1872, Congress established _________________ as the first national park.
A.Yosemite
B.Yellowstone
C.Crater Lake
D.Glacier

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Police searching for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a Millard County sheriff’s deputy did not find the man in a Salt Lake City shed Tuesday morning and now have added a second person of interest in the case.

Deputy Josie Greathouse Fox was gunned down about 1 a.m. Tuesday during a traffic stop a mile east of Delta, and a statewide manhunt for the suspect had narrowed down to a few blocks of west Salt Lake City.

However, police used tear gas in a shed and travel trailer where Roberto Miramontes Roman was suspected to have been and found no one inside. Roman is described as a 37-year-old Latino, 5-foot-7, 130 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.

The second person of interest is Ruben Chavez Reyes, a 36-year-old who may know or may have assisted Roman, according to Utah Highway Patrol Sgt. Jeff Nigbur.

Police found a gray 1995 Cadillac Deville connected to the men in Nephi and are headed there to process it for prints and other evidence.

Fox, a mother of two, had been with the Millard County Sheriff’s Department five years. Her body was found by a second deputy, who was responding to her request for backup.

Roman is possibly armed with an AK-47 assault rifle, and is considered dangerous. Anyone with information on Roman’s whereabouts is urged to immediately call 911.

“We have information that he’s not going to be taken alive,” Nigbur said.

Roman has a significant criminal history, including drug offenses, and a court-ordered illegal immigration-related deportation.

Millard County officials said the suspect vehicle, an orange Corvette, had been stopped as part of an investigation into recent thefts. The suspect had sped away from the scene by the time the second deputy arrived.

The search the suspect quickly focused to Salt Lake City, where police found a vehicle — believed to be the Corvette — near 300 South and 1100 West.

By 7 a.m., SWAT officers were seen in the area of 300 South and 1100 West. Two local elementary schools — Guadalupe and Franklin — were closed and traffic through the area blocked while officers went door-to-door, searching for the suspect.

Nigbur said three SWAT teams were deployed in the area, focusing on “two or three” homes believed to be occupied by relatives of the suspect. No neighborhood evacuations were immediately ordered, however.

Roman has a criminal history beginning in 1992 with a misdemeanor drug distribution charge to which he pleaded guilty in Fillmore’s 4th District Court.

Then in 1996 and 1997, Roman was charged in Millard County with a handful of felonies in two different cases, including drug charges, receiving stolen property and a weapons count.

He resolved the cases by pleading guilty to one count of third-degree felony drug possession and one count of second-degree felony drug possession with intent to distribute.

Utah Board of Pardons and Parole spokesman Jim Hatch said Roman was sentenced to prison for up to 15 years in June 1997.

Roman was released into the custody of immigration authorities on Sept. 15, 1998, and deported.

Court records show that at the time the crimes were committed, Roman was a resident of Delta. All three cases were investigated by the Millard County Sheriff’s Office.

Meanwhile, in Millard County, law enforcement ordered closure of U.S. 50 in both directions just east of Delta as their investigation into the slaying got under way this morning. The road has since been reopened, according to the Utah Department of Transportation.

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Like a carnival free-fall ride that stops suddenly, teasing riders into a false sense of safety before plummeting the rest of the way to the ground, some economists say the housing market could once again be headed for a plunge after slowly clawing back some of its 2008 losses.

A trio of gathering government storm clouds will be responsible for the drop that some predict could mean another 10% to 15% slump in prices, they say.

After a 36 month departure from the peak of the real estate market, the topic is still real estate and the current trend in prices. The news is not good and may signal the end to the brief period of appreciation we had in 2009

The function of the FHA is to make sure those who would not normally be able to buy a home, can do so, but they are raising their standards which will make buying a home harder for poorer buyers.

Using the huge number of loan defaults, the FHA reasoned that raising the required down payment for buyers with the lowest credit, increased the PMI premiums for its loans, and reduced the amount of seller pre-paids and closing costs allowed.

With fewer people having high enough credit for standard loan programs, more people have turned to using FHA backed financing to get their loans done.

Due to these trends many borrowers are considering the FHA as their only source available for financing their home purchases, which means the government will be backing even more loans than the already burdened Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac do. With conventional loan sources completing fewer and fewer loans on a daily basis, the necessity for FHA loan programs is increasingly supporting and boosting our real estate market and our economy in general. In a market where every cent can be important, utilizing FHA financing may be the best way home buyers can successfully navigate the tough world of real estate.

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Residential properties do not sell quickly during slow economic periods. The turnaround on the MLS slows and few buyers may ever see your property. During a recession, properties that attract a variety of buyers have the best chance of being sold. Engaging a home staging company can result in a quicker sale instead of remaining on the MLS indefinitely. Home staging can make your property visually appealing to many different buyers.

Staging homes for sale is more than just moving furniture around. A professional home stager has a keen eye for clutter that distracts from the home’s sales points and value. They have the ability to transform a home from disarray to a well-flowing, welcoming space.

Optimally, the home must look clean, uncluttered and well organized when a buyer walks through the door. The buyer must be able to visualize the personal touches they would add to the home. You may be a great decorator, but your tastes may not align with the buyers on the market.

The entire purpose of staging a home is to increase the appeal to the pool of buyers in the market. In hard economic times, that pool is quite limited. Therefore, making your property attractive to as many different prospects as possible is your best option for closing a sale. Dark, cluttered, disorganized spaces that are cram-packed with objects and furniture will tend to turn the average buyer off. If the person viewing your property must traverse around obstacles to move within a room, or get from one room to another, they will spend more time watching their step than viewing the potential the home has to offer.

Aside from creating an uncluttered, appealing neutral space, a professional stager can transform smaller spaces into feeling and appearing larger. They can also highlight the positive aspects and prominent features that will make a home stand out from others available on the market. Staging a house to sell is not just understanding interior design, but also understanding the real estate market and buyer preferences in general.

Real estate professionals will also refer a home stager whose services have won them sales ofr other clients. It is often wise to follow the advice of your realtor if they believe home staging will help sell your property. Comparatively, a stage home will usually result in a sale more expediently than similar homes that have not been staged. Professionals home stagers seal sales, and that is the primary reason why they are utilized so often in a slow housing market.

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All real estate investors can expect bad news regarding this 4th quarter of 2009 after Freddie and Fannie requested a $400 billion ceiling in their credit pool.

Let me be clear, this was nothing more than the Obama administration preventing even more confusion and frustration about the government corporations who received more bailout money than any other corporation, due in total to its close relationships with sitting senators and congressmen, no doubt.

With Fannie and Freddie quietly failing and requiring more money, the failure of government to manage the housing market has never been so apparent. As home loan defaults continue to skyrocket, Fannie and Freddie each noted in public disclosures that the governments actions take to bailout of the real estate market will cost taxpayers more in the end.

Thus, increasing their lines of available credit is the best, and most secretive way, the administration and legislators can bail them out without attracting a lot more public scrutiny.

Consequently, even more tax payer dollars will go to the undeserved executive bonuses that the leaders of Fannie and Freddie will receive, since they got their bailout money before the initial pay guidelines were in place, and the increase in available credit does technically constitute a bailout.

Unlike Citigroup, Bank of America, AIG, Chrysler, and GM, Congress deemed that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac had not received “exceptional assistance” and therefore did not have to have their pay decisions scrutinized by the pay czar.

As poorly as these two institutions have performed over the past year, the possibility of their executives receiving their $6 million pay seems ridiculous.

With lines of credit allotted to each corporation already increased by over 200% in 2009, a further increase of another 100% being requested will simply be added to the tax payer tab and will require a very long time to pay back, if it ever does get paid back. Each corporation has already received more than $51 billion from American tax payers.

Fannie and Freddie’s main function is to buy mortgages from lenders and sell them to investors, usual in bundles with a certain risk rating. By practicing illogical and mis-placed theories, Fannie and Freddie have become liable for 5.5 trillion dollars worth of American home loans and will only be allowed to mis-manage more and more with increased credit ceilings. Not to mention that their balance sheets still conceal 100’s of billion of dollars of securitizations that are not yet counted.

Under the Treasury’s new flexible financing formula, Fannie and Freddie get more taxpayer support based on a formula that takes into account how much each company loses in a quarter. Even after the companies were forced into conservatorship, the Obama administration has continued to use them as tools to promote the administration’s efforts to keep some air in the rapidly deflating housing bubble.

As a taxpayer, you are left to wonder why all of your money is being spent on a secret bailout for federal corporations whose portfolios only continue to decline in value, by our President whose plans to stop or slow foreclosure have been an abject failure.

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