Homebuilders Getting Optimistic; Higher Home Prices Ahead?
Just two months after falling to a multi-month low, the Housing Market Index surged again in November, climbing another three points to 21
Government Releases Additional HARP Guidance For Underwater Homeowners
Tuesday, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac unveiled lender instructions for the government's revamped HARP program.
Foreclosure Filings Climbing; 4 States Account For Half Of Nationwide Activity
According to foreclosure-tracking firm RealtyTrac, October's foreclosure filings rose 7 percent to 231,000 filings nationwide. Activity concentrated in just 4 states nationwide -- California, Florida, Michigan and Illinois.
Using Space Heaters? Use This Safety Advice.
Space heaters cause a disproportionate amount of damage in U.S. homes. Here are some facts and safety tips worth reading.
Banks Resume Tightening Mortgage Guidelines
After a 2-year easing cycle, the nation's biggest bank banks report that they've reversed course, and are raising the bar on mortgage approvals.
This Holiday Season, Think Twice Before Saving 15 Percent At The Register
With Halloween behind us, retailers are in the Holiday Spirit. Businesses know that consumers spent a median $556 on holiday gifts last year and they want this year to be just as strong.
Tips For Maximizing Your Home’s Appraised Value
With home appraisals, every valuation dollar can matter. With that in mind, here are a few tips for maximizing your home's appraised value.
Your Home Has A Smoke Detector. Are You Sure It’s Really Working?
An estimated 356,000 in-home fires caused more than $7 billion in U.S. residential property damage in 2009, according to data from the United States Fire Administration. Unfortunately, many of affected homes had smoke detectors.
The Most Expensive ZIP Codes In The Country (2011 Edition)
Using data compiled by real estate market data firm Altos Research, Forbes Magazine presents America's 10 most expensive ZIP codes. California and the New York Metro area dominate the list.
