| 17 July 2009
Below is a recap of some of the topics discussed on the 07/18/2009 broadcast.
David & Heath discuss the impacts of HVCC on the housing market and much more!
David & Heath discuss the national headlines: David & Heath talk about Identity theft and how the following article brings to mind the importance of guarding your identity.
Relevant Link:
Glitch hits Visa users with more than $23 quadrillion in charges
Heath & David talk about the HUD-VASH voucher program. The HUD-VASH voucher program offers rental assistance to homeless veterans. These funds are administered through local housing agencies. The program targets veterans who
have serious physiatric or substance abuse problems.
Relevant Link:
HUD's website regarding the HUD-VASH program. David and Heath pick up from last week talking about the importance of teaching our kids about investing.
Weather Related Damages to Your Families Home
Many of The Family Money Show listeners live in areas that are prone to hail damage as well as other related damage. It's that time of the year for hail storms in many parts of the country. We invited an experienced contractor onto the show to talk about weather related damages. Understanding the insurance claim process can save your family time and money. Understanding the pitfalls can prevent you from making costly mistakes when damage to your home does occur.
Some of the topics discussed include:
- Should the homeowner contact an insurance company directly?
- What is the process of filing a claim on your home owners insurance?
- What in the benefit of involving a contractor when you have weather related damages? and can this save you money?
- What items are generally covered by a home owners policy?
Listen to Heath and David talk about this little known law that is negatively impacting the housing market nationwide.
NAR Survey concludes: HVCC impacting housing markets
Fannie Mae: HVCC FAQ's (PDF)
National Association of Realtors HVCC web page
Washington Times: New Law complicates appraisals
Realtors: Home Appraisal Rule "Destroying" Recovery
Appraisal Press: HVCC, The cure is Worse Than The Disease
Watch the Video below and be sure to sign the HVCC petition at: HVCCPetition.com
Click on the link below to listen to the streaming audio. (Note: depending on your connection speed, it may take a minute or so to load before it starts to play) )
