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Feds find association between drywall, corrosion
The federal government said Monday that it has found a “strong association” between problematic imported Chinese drywall and corrosion of pipes and wires, a conclusion that supports complaints by thousands of homeowners over the last year.
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Foreclosure-fighting program helps the unemployed
Unemployed homeowners in North Carolinians can apply for help to a 5-year-old state program that has helped hundreds of homeowners avoid foreclosure and switch to new careers.
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Durham eyes limits on historic tax breaks in down economy
The economic downturn has Durham officials looking at a historic landmarks program to determine how much the city is losing on tax breaks for property owners and whether the rules need to be tightened.
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Statewide program helps homeowners get energy efficient
Professionals like Tom Miller, an energy auditor for Durham County, typically charge $500 to inspect homes, looking for house holes and energy leaks. But by attending a free class, customers can get the same audit for $100.
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Parade of Homes brings buyers, browsers
Home sales are looking up during the second weekend of the Parade of Homes. The event gives prospective buyers a chance to tour new single-family houses, townhomes and condominiums ranging in price from $120,000 to $2.3 million across Raleigh and Wake County.
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