Notes From All Over

Nationally, the backlog of unsold homes rose by 2.4% to a new record of 565,000 homes for sale at the end of April 2006. At the April sales pace, this represented a 5.8 month inventory. Unpaid traffic fines and unreturned library books can lower your credit score if they are turned over to a collection agency and reported to a credit bureau. Remodel or move? See www.remodelormove.com for resources and calculator for making the best decision.