$100,000 :: 4200 W Road 4 North, Chino Valley AZ, 86323

We Found Meth use in this home.. (through offical Test) should the Lender be required to Disclose? I don't think they will, you tell me your thoughts.

 

3 beds, 2 full baths Home size: 1,416 sq ft Lot Size: 130,680 sq ft Added: , Last Updated: 08/31/11 Property Type: Residential / Site Blt Sgl Fam MLS Number: 953990 The price of this listing was last reduced on 8/4/2011 by 23% A GREAT HOME THAT IS LOCATED IN A VERY PRIVATE PART OF CHINO VALLEY. ENJOY THE VIEWS AND THIS LARGE LEVEL LOT. A RANCH STYLE THAT HAS IT ALL. SCREENED AZ ROOM, LOT IS FULLY FENCED AND THREE OUT SIDE STRUCTURES THAT CAN BE USED FOR STORAGE AND WORKSHOP. A TRUE MUST SEE!!! Listed with PRUDENTIAL NORTHERN AZ REAL ESTATE Brought to you by The Bergamini Group, Realty Executives Northern Arizona. Call me today at (928) 237-4400, or visit my website at www.EverythingPrescott.com!

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Power Tools Newsletter From Theron Wall

Protect Your Computers from Being Hacked!

Computer hackers have been in the news again, breaking into big company systems and wreaking havoc with websites, customer information and general operations.

Small businesses aren't immune to such attacks. Experts say nine out of ten businesses have been hit by some form of cyber crime! And the consequences can be even more disruptive to smaller operations. Some ways to foil the hackers:

1. Have a secure password strategy.
Use a different password for each major login you use. Make sure these passwords are different from ones you have with personal accounts. And change passwords regularly, especially when someone leaves the company. Search online for good password management applications that can simplify these tasks.

2. Set access rules.
You'd be surprised at how many people freely broadcast their Wi-Fi addresses without restricting access to their desktops. Be sure to activate settings that restrict access--just to a drop box, for example. Ask a techie for help on this if you need to.

3. Keep anti-virus programs updated.
Make sure your anti-virus program is set to update automatically. Anti-virus software companies stay on the lookout for new threats and develop code updates to combat them.

4. Beware of all e-mail attachments.
Hackers often use attachments to deliver computer viruses. Only open attachments you're expecting to receive. Even if the e-mail comes from an address you know, check to make sure that person sent it. Hackers can easily steal e-mail addresses. Look out for e-mails sent to large lists of people you don't know.

5. Back up often.
Backups will protect you from a great deal of damage from hackers--plus fires and natural disasters. With a backup, you can quickly recover software, files and website content, losing only data entered since the last backup. And you'll be able to keep operating while systems are fixed. Back up hard drives at least once or twice a day and keep copies offsite if you can. 

6. Delete software you don't use.
Over time, computers collect all kinds of plug-ins, and some are security risks. Delete any plug-ins or other software code you don't need or use.

7. Don't forget physical security.
Make sure no one walks away with your computers or hard drives. Lock your office door if you'll be away for a while, or install lockable laptop cables. And do not attach unknown hardware to your computer. Iranian nuclear engineers found some thumb drives in the parking lot, brought them into their high security workspace, plugged them in and watched the Stuxnet virus take down the operation!

8. Get cyber insurance.
Cyber risks are not included on standard insurance policies, but coverage is available. You can insure for a range of computer risks: business interruption, lost income, denial of service, crisis management, privacy and security liability, media or Web content liability, even cyber extortion. Policies are offered by many large insurance companies, so there's no excuse not to be covered.

Protecting your operation isn't difficult; you just have to commit a little time to addressing the issues. But a little time spent now can pay big dividends in the future.... Enjoy a great month!

 

Happy Wednesday, August 31, 2011

 

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Arizona Department of Real Estate-Informational Alert-

 

News below is news from the State of Arizona, Department of Revenue

 

 

STATE UNVEILS ARIZONA TAX RECOVERY PROGRAM

 

PHOENIX, AZ -- Arizona is launching a tax recovery program that will run from September 1 through October 1, 2011. The legislature included the proposal in the budget bill that was passed and signed by Governor Brewer on April 6, 2011. The proposal gives individuals and businesses the opportunity to file past due Arizona state tax returns with no civil penalties and a reduced amount of interest. The goal of this program is to offer relief and a fresh start to those taxpayers who, for whatever reason, underreported or failed to file their taxes.

"Many times, taxpayers get behind in their taxes for reasons beyond their control." Arizona Department of Revenue Director John Greene explained, "This tax recovery program will give taxpayers who have fallen behind an opportunity to bring their accounts up to date."

Some individuals and businesses are not paying their fair share of taxes.  These range from those who don't realize they should be paying tax to those who deliberately underreport their taxes or refuse to file altogether. When taxpayers underreport or fail to file their taxes, it places an unfair burden on the honest taxpayers who are paying for the essential government services enjoyed by all Arizonans.

The Arizona Tax Recovery period will run from September 1 through October 1, 2011 and the tax types eligible to file include individual and corporate income, withholding, luxury, transaction privilege (sales), and use. Tax Recovery applications will only be accepted from September 1, 2011 through October 1, 2011. The total tax liability must be paid in full with the recovery application or by October 1, 2011.

For taxes filed on an annual basis, such as income tax, recovery is available for years beginning on or after January 1, 2004 and ending before January 1, 2010. Taxpayers who file taxes, such as transaction privilege or withholding, on a monthly or quarterly basis are eligible for tax periods beginning on or after January 1, 2005 and ending before January 1, 2010.

"Tax recovery is a chance for those who live, work or do business in Arizona to come clean and pay any back state taxes they owe in a manner that is advantageous for the taxpayers and the State of Arizona." said Greene. "The taxpayer can file and pay without any civil penalties or threat of prosecution and with a reduced interest rate and the state benefits by the voluntary payments which save the time and expense of audit and collection efforts."

Taxpayers should visit http://www.azdor.gov/taxrecovery.aspx for more information about the tax recovery program.  You may also call the Arizona Department of Revenue at 1-877-542-2281.

 

 

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Is Refinishing Right For You?

Makeover Your Old Tub and Tile for a Fraction of the Cost of Buying New Makeovers are the rage today. Dozens of home improvement television shows, magazines, and even cable networks are devoted to redecorating and remodeling. Experts tell us what we should have, what color to make it and how to do it. Unfortunately for many, the money for makeovers doesn't come as easily, especially for a bathroom remodel.  The cost of removing and replacing the avocado green bathtub and pink tile surround can cost several thousand dollars, not to mention the time it takes. Do You Need to Save Money? If you want a new look for your bathroom, but don't want to spend thousands of dollars remodeling, then refinishing is your best value. Removing and replacing a bathtub can cost as much as $3,000. With refinishing, you only pay about 15 percent of the cost of replacement. And anyone who has ever replaced the tiles or sink in their bathroom knows the mess and hassle of demolition, as well as the hole it can put in their wallet. Do You Need to Save Time? Refinishing a tub can take as little as four hours. You can shower or bathe the very next day. Replacing a tub, however, can take weeks, when you factor in the time to rip out your old tub, tear out walls and plumbing, and install the new tub, plumbing and fixtures. Is a Refinished Tub Durable? Refinished tubs or ceramic tiles can easily last 10 to 15 years or more when the right process and bonding is used. A new porcelain bathtub may last a few years longer, but the cost of a new tub alone can be nearly triple the cost of refinishing. Not only is it more cost-effective, many refinishers are also able to provide extras, like slip-resistant surfaces and custom colors. Brad Bergamini Realty Executives Northern Arizona Direct: 9282374400 Office: 9287770257 Cell: 9289251158 Cell: 9285331633 Toll Free: 8885333839 Email me at: Visit my website at: www.BradBergamini.com

This is not the opinion of Brad Bergamini, Realty Executives Northern Arizona or any of its affiliates.  This post is for informational purpose only and is not guaranteed and does not render as legal advice.  Buying and selling Real Estate in Arizona or Prescott Arizona is a serious task and should be consulted with personally with Realtor or Real Estate Attorney.  Please visit my website for contact information

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Economic Roundup: August 29, 2011

 

 

 

		Mark Ott Loan Officer W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp. Office: 928-775-9330 Cell: 928-713-9639 Fax: 928-775-9331 NMLS: 189552 License: BK-0903998 Contact Me My Website In the News Investors had been hoping for Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke to announce a new round of Quantitative Easing in his speech at the Economic Symposium in Wyoming Friday, but only received some hints that QE3 may be in the works for the September Fed meeting.   "The Federal Reserve has a range of tools that could be used to provide additional monetary stimulus. We discussed the relative merits and costs of such tools at our August meeting," said Bernanke, adding, "We will continue to consider those and other pertinent issues, including of course economic and financial developments, at our meeting in September." So, the door is still open for more Fed stimulus, but nothing set yet. Earlier this month the Fed did announce that short-term interest rates would remain near zero through 2012 and 2013.   Turning to the housing market, new home sales dropped to their lowest level in six months, according to the latest figures from the Census Bureau released last week. Sales of new single-family homes in July 2011 dropped to an annual rate of 298,000, the Bureau reported. This marked a 0.7 percent drop from June's revised June rate of 300,000. That said, it was 6.8 percent above July 2010's estimate of 279,000.   In terms of price, the median sales amount for new houses sold in July was $222,000, and the average sales price was $272,300. The estimate of new homes for sale at the end of July was 165,000, which represented a 6.6-month supply at the current sales rate.   "Without any meaningful job growth, we're going to continue to look at a housing sector that is moribund," Eric Green, chief market economist at TD Securities Inc., told Bloomberg.   Where jobs were concerned, the tough market might continue. The number of initial jobless claims for the week ending August 20 jumped by 5,000 to 417,000, according to last week's release from the Employment and Training Administration. The four-week moving average was 407,500, an increase of 4,000 from the previous week's revised average of 403,500.   However, the total number of insured unemployed workers during the week ending August 13 dropped to 3,641,000, a decrease of 80,000 from the preceding week's revised level of 3,721,250. The four-week moving average was 3,701,000, a decrease of 19,500 from the preceding week's revised average of 3,720,750.   Meanwhile, new orders for manufactured durable goods in July increased $7.7 billion or 4.0 percent to $201.5 billion, the Census Bureau reported last week. The increase followed a 1.3 percent drop in June. Excluding transportation, new orders increased 0.7 percent. Excluding defense, new orders increased 4.8 percent. The largest increase was seen by transportation equipment, which saw a $6.7 billion increase, or 14.6 percent, to $53.0 billion. This was led by non-defense aircraft and parts which increased $3.2 billion.   Shipments of manufactured durable goods in July, up seven of the last eight months, increased $5.0 billion or 2.5 percent to $202.2 billion. This followed a 1.1 percent June increase. However, inventories of manufactured durable goods were at an all-time high in July. Up 19 consecutive months, inventories increased $2.9 billion or 0.8 percent to $361 billion. This was at the highest level since 1992, and followed a 0.6 percent June increase.   This week sees a number of financial headlines, starting today with personal income and spending for July from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This is followed tomorrow by July's consumer confidence data from The Conference Board.   Wednesday the Census Bureau releases its data for July's factory orders, and Thursday the Employment and Training Administration releases its totals for initial jobless claims for last week. Also on Thursday will be new car and truck sales for August from the auto manufacturers; July's construction spending from the Census Bureau; and second quarter non-farm productivity and labor costs from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.   This week's financial news wraps up on Friday with August's unemployment rate, payrolls, hourly earnings and average work week from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

 

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Weekly Market Update from Curt Dalpiaz

 

	August 29, 2011
	Curt & Shannon Dalpiaz Loan Officer Team 141 S McCormick Street Suite #107 Prescott, AZ 86303 Ph-928-777-8971 curt.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com shannon.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com	Hello Brad, As students prepare for a new school year, it brings to mind the old saying that learning never ends. It's especially exciting to learn when you're part of a team. In the classroom or our industry, I'm glad that we're learning together and sharing opportunities for success. In an ever-challenging economy, my goal is to deliver exceptional financing so that all of your real estate transactions go through without a hitch. You can count on me to be there for you whenever you need assistance. I'm motivated to add as much value as possible. Sincerely, Curt Dalpiaz curt.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com
No Surprises from Bernanke   Highlights Average 30 yr fixed rate Stocks (Weekly)   Second quarter GDP was revised lower from 1.3% to 1.0% Continuing Jobless Claims fell to the lowest level since September 2008 Moody's downgraded the credit rating of Japan's government debt The Fed's Hoenig said that he doesn't expect a double-dip recession in the US   This week: +0.02%   Dow: 11,300 +300       Last week: -0.10%   NASDAQ: 2,475 +75     It was another volatile week for mortgage rates. The primary factors influencing rates roughly offset each other, and mortgage rates ended the week just a little higher. A wide range of economic news caused investors to either add or reduce risk at a rapid pace last week. News which generally encouraged increased exposure to risky assets helped stocks and hurt mortgage rates early in the week, while the opposite took place later in the week. Mixed US economic data, continued concerns about European debt, a highly anticipated speech from Fed Chief Bernanke, and uncertainty about the impact of Hurricane Irene all contributed to the daily volatility. In Friday's speech, Fed Chief Bernanke gave no hint of any change in Fed policy, disappointing some investors hoping for looser monetary conditions. He stated that at its September meeting the Fed will consider whether additional monetary stimulus measures are called for, but that fiscal policy changes by lawmakers are needed to help the economy and the labor market. Following the speech, the consensus view is that the Fed is unlikely to make significant policy changes for a while.
		The biggest economic report this week will be the important Employment data on Friday. As usual, this data on the number of jobs, the Unemployment Rate, and wage inflation will be the most highly anticipated economic data of the month. Before the employment data, Pending Home Sales, Core PCE inflation, and Personal Income will be released on Monday. Chicago PMI Manufacturing and ADP Employment will come out on Wednesday. ISM Manufacturing, Construction Spending, and Productivity are scheduled for Thursday. Factory Orders and Consumer Confidence will round out a busy week.
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Inside Lending Newsletter From Theron Wall

 

visit my website     email me now Theron Wall Sr. Mortgage Consultant 1575 Plaza West Drive, Suite C Prescott, AZ 86303 Office: 928.445.8730 Fax: 928.445.1065 Cell: 928.533.7473 For the week of August 29, 2011 – Vol. 9, Issue 35 Please note: We all know mortgage rates are extremely low and refinance activity has increased; however, our primary focus is, and always will be, on providing professional, caring service to our partners. Thank you for trusting us to get the job done for you and your clients. >> Market Update  QUOTE OF THE WEEK..."In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity."--Albert Einstein INFO THAT HITS US WHERE WE LIVE...Last week's "difficulty" for the housing market came from the news that New Home Sales dropped 0.7% for July, to a 298,000 annual rate. They've been in this low range since May of last year, competing with existing homes selling at discounts. But there is opportunity. The inventory of new homes dropped to its lowest level on record. Equally encouraging, the new home median price is up 4.7% over a year ago and the average price is up 8.0%. Some analysts feel home sales this fall will be better than last, as supply remains manageable and existing homes for sale are 20% below peak levels. We already see the FHFA index, measuring prices for homes financed by conforming mortgages, UP 0.9% for June, its third monthly rise in a row and the biggest monthly gain since 2005. But the index is still 4.3% under where it was a year ago. BUSINESS TIP OF THE WEEK...Use the three-click rule on your website. Visitors need to find what they're looking for in three clicks, or they leave. Simplify the search process with prominent icons and clearly labeled categories. >> Review of Last Week RALLY CAPS BACK ON...Investors, focused on some positive economic indicators, sent stock prices up for the week for the first time in over a month. There was some negative regional manufacturing data, but these surveys sometimes reflect sentiment more than business activity. Chain-store sales also slowed a little, typical for August, but they're still comfortably above last year's levels. Friday, real GDP growth was revised down to 1.0% for Q2, but business investment was revised up and inventories down, both good signs for better growth the last six months of the year.  Indisputably positive news came with July Durable Goods orders UP 4%, a level of business investment that makes it hard to argue for a double dip recession. Shipments of core capital goods (no aircraft or defense items) are UP 9.5% for the year. Friday the focus was on Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke's speech in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He repeated his view that the recovery is slower than he had hoped for and he's prepared to use whatever tools are needed, but there would be no changes to monetary policy right now. For the week, the Dow ended UP 4.3%, to 11285; the S&P 500 was UP 4.7%, to 1177; and the Nasdaq was UP 5.9%, to 2480. Better investor sentiment drove folks back into riskier stocks and sent bond prices down. The FNMA 3.5% bond we're tracking closed Friday at $100.25, down .89 for the week. National average mortgage rates finally edged up a bit from their record low levels, but still remain at historically very attractive rates. DID YOU KNOW?...A basis point is one hundredth of a percentage point, or 0.01%. It is used to measure changes or differences in yields on bonds, as these often move by very small amounts. >> This Week’s Forecast PENDING HOME SALES, INFLATION, FED MINUTES, AUGUST JOBS...You'd have to be a glutton for economic data to want more than we're getting this week. People of our persuasion will focus on June Pending Home Sales, expected to be off a smidge. Personal Income and Spending should be up a tad and inflation measured by Core PCE Prices should also be up, but well within Fed guidelines. FOMC Minutes from the Fed's August 9 meeting might prove interesting, as that's when our central bank promised to keep the Funds Rate super low for another two years, but there were some strong "nay" votes. Hmmm. Of course we'll all focus on Friday's August Employment Report, expected to show job growth, though no better than the mild levels we've had--and no improvement in the unemployment rate. >> The Week’s Economic Indicator Calendar Weaker than expected economic data tends to send bond prices up and interest rates down, while positive data points to lower bond prices and rising loan rates. Economic Calendar for the Week of Aug 29 – Sep 2  Date Time (ET) Release For Consensus Prior Impact M Aug 29 08:30 Personal Income Jul 0.4% 0.1% Moderate M Aug 29 08:30 Personal Spending Jul 0.5% -0.2% HIGH M Aug 29 08:30 Core PCE Prices Jul 0.2% 0.1% HIGH M Aug 29 10:00 Pending Home Sales Jun -1.4% 2.4% Moderate Tu Aug 30 10:00 Consumer Confidence Aug 52.0 59.5 Moderate Tu Aug 30 14:00 FOMC Minutes 8/9 NA NA HIGH W Aug 31 09:45 Chicago PMI Aug 52.5 58.8 HIGH W Aug 31 10:30 Crude Inventories 8/27 NA -2.213M Moderate Th Sep 1 08:30 Initial Unemployment Claims 8/27 408K 417K Moderate Th Sep 1 08:30 Continuing Unemployment Claims 8/20 3.660M 3.641M Moderate Th Sep 1 08:30 Productivity-Rev. Q2 -0.5% -0.3% Moderate Th Sep 1 10:00 ISM Index Aug 48.5 50.9 HIGH F Sep 2 08:30 Average workweek Aug 34.3 34.3 HIGH F Sep 2 08:30 Hourly Earnings Aug 0.2% 0.4% HIGH F Sep 2 08:30 Nonfarm Payrolls Aug 75K 117K HIGH F Sep 2 08:30 Unemployment Rate Aug 9.1% 9.1% HIGH   >> Federal Reserve Watch    Forecasting Federal Reserve policy changes in coming months...At their last meeting, the Fed said they intend to keep the Funds Rate at present low levels through the first half of 2013. No one expects anything different. Note: In the lower chart, a 1% probability of change is a 99% certainty the rate will stay the same. Current Fed Funds Rate: 0%–0.25% After FOMC meeting on: Consensus Sep 20 0%–0.25% Nov 2 0%–0.25% Dec 13 0%–0.25% Probability of change from current policy: After FOMC meeting on: Consensus Sep 20      <1% Nov 2      <1% Dec 13      <1%   This e-mail is an advertisement for Theron Wall. 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Ways To Hold Title

 

Ways To Hold Title Title is the evidence that you own your home. How you "hold title" refers to the various forms of ownership, each with different rights and obligations. Here are brief descriptions of the customary ways to hold title. Sole Ownership  You alone own all interest in the home. If you're married, the spouse is usually asked to formally give up any ownership claim by signing a "quit claim deed." Joint Tenancy  Two or more people hold title to the home together. Each owns the home as a whole and has a right to equal use of it. With rights of survivorship, when one joint tenant dies, that person's interest automatically transfers to the remaining living co-tenants, rather than to heirs named in a will. Tenancy by the Entirety  A few states have this special form of joint tenancy for husbands and wives. They hold title together, neither can take independent action to create an ownership claim or lien on the home, and upon the death of either, the other gets full title to the property. Tenancy in Common  Each of the owners can have either equal or unequal interests. You may own 40% of your home while 60% is owned by parents or another relative. Each owner can use the entire property. Owners can sell their shares, give them away, or will them to someone. This can cause problems, so people often write agreements limiting how property transfers can be done. Community Property  Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin have community property laws for real estate owned by a married couple. Each spouse has a half interest in the property with certain rights. Each state has its own laws, so be sure to check the provisions if you're married and purchasing in one of these nine states. How you hold title has serious legal implications. So consult with an attorney for all the details on your current and future rights for each way to hold title. Then choose which type of ownership is best for you. We're happy to help with this or any other home or financing questions. Just call us or reply to this email...and best wishes in this and all your endeavors!

 

This is not the opinion of Brad Bergamini, Realty Executives Northern Arizona or any of its affiliates.  This post is for informational purpose only and is not guaranteed and does not render as legal advice.  Buying and selling Real Estate in Arizona or Prescott Arizona is a serious task and should be consulted with personally with Realtor or Real Estate Attorney.  Please visit my website for contact information

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Economic Roundup: August 22, 2011

 

 

Mark Ott Loan Officer W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp. Office: 928-775-9330 Cell: 928-713-9639 Fax: 928-775-9331 NMLS: 189552 License: BK-0903998 Contact Me My Website Do you know someone with questions about home financing? Please pass on my contact information to anyone who could benefit from a free consultation! Building a Secure Future		In the News Stocks ended another wild week of volatile trading that left many Wall Street watchers wondering when the daily whipsawing would end. Once again, the market volatility was driven by a combination of the foreign debt crises; the U.S. debate on its own debt remaining somewhat unresolved; poor performance by major tech players such as Hewlett Packard and IBM; and investor trepidation over recent market losses.   "Investor angst remains very high," Todd Colvin, vice president at MF Global, told the Wall Street Journal. "Good volume associated with a down move typically isn't a fluke. We're probably in store for lower prices from here."   Real estate was also a key newsmaker last week, with both existing home sales and construction starts for new homes showing a dip during July.   Sales of existing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops fell 3.5 percent to an annual rate of 4.67 million in July from 4.84 million in June, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Last month's figures were 21 percent above July 2010's 3.86 million-unit sales figure, which was a cyclical low immediately following the expiration of the home buyer tax credit.   "Affordability conditions this year have been the most favorable on record dating back to 1970, but many buyers are being held back because banks are offering financing to only the most highly qualified borrowers, ignoring a large share of otherwise creditworthy buyers," said Lawrence Yun, NAR's chief economist. "Those potential buyers represent the difference between an uneven recovery and a much more robust housing market that could stimulate additional economic activity and create jobs."   In terms of pricing, the national median existing-home price for all housing types was $174,000 in July, down 4.4 percent from July 2010. Distressed homes, such as foreclosures and short sales, accounted for 29 percent of sales in July, compared with 30 percent in June and 32 percent in July 2010. (Distressed homes are typically sold at deep discounts.)   Switching to new homes, building permits for privately owned housing units issued in July dipped to an annual rate of 597,000, according to the Census Bureau. This was 3.2 percent below June's revised rate of 617,000, but 3.8 percent above July 2010's estimate of 575,000. Notably, permits for single-family authorizations in July were at a rate of 404,000, which was a slight 0.5 percent above the revised June figure of 402,000.   Construction starts on privately owned housing for July dropped to an annual rate of 604,000, which was 15 percent below June's revised estimate of 613,000, but is 9.8 percent above the July 2010 rate of 550,000. Starts for single-family homes in July were at a rate of 425,000; this is 4.9 percent below the revised June figure of 447,000.   That said, completions of new homes were up. Construction completions of privately owned housing in July hit an annual rate of 636,000, which is 11.8 percent above the revised June estimate of 569,000, and 9.5 percent above the July 2010 rate of 581,000. Completions of single-family housing units in July were at a rate of 470,000; this is 6.1 percent above the revised June rate of 443,000.   Moving over to inflation news, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5 percent in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported last week. Over the last 12 months, prices for the "all-items" index increased 3.6 percent before seasonal adjustment.   The gasoline index rebounded from previous declines and rose sharply in July, which accounted for roughly half of July's all-items increase. Groceries consumers purchased also accelerated July's overall increase, as dairy and fruit prices posting notable gains.   The index for all items less food and energy increased as well, moving upward by 0.2 percent. Contributors to that gain included the shelter index, which accelerated in July, and the apparel index, which increased sharply.   In contrast, the index for new vehicles was unchanged after a long string of increases. The index for household furnishings and operations was flat in July as well, and the recreation index declined slightly.   Producer prices were also up, with the Producer Price Index for finished goods rising 0.2 percent in July, the bureau also reported. This advance followed a 0.4-percent decrease in June and a 0.2-percent rise in May. At the earlier stages of processing, prices received by manufacturers of intermediate goods moved up 0.2 percent in July, and the crude goods index declined 1.2 percent.   Claims for initial jobless benefits for the week ending August 13 reached 408,000, an increase of 9,000 from the previous week's revised figure of 399,000, the Employment and Training administration reported last week. The four-week moving average was 402,500, a decrease of 3,500 from the previous week's revised average of 406,000.   The advance number for insured unemployed workers during the week ending August 6 was 3,702,000, an increase of 7,000 from the preceding week's revised level of 3,695,000. The four-week moving average was 3,716,000, a decrease of 4,500 from the preceding week's revised average of 3,720,500. This week's slate of economic news is relatively light, starting off tomorrow with July's new home sales totals from the Census Bureau, which follows up on Wednesday with July's durable goods orders.   On Thursday, the Employment and Training Administration will release last week's initial jobless claims data. On Friday the Bureau of Economic Analysis will release the second quarter's gross domestic product, and the University of Michigan will release its consumer sentiment figures for August.

 

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