Home Mortgage

This week's economic readings will shed light on the health of the housing market. Has it gone cold with the winter?

This shortage of for-sale homes means homebuyers in some areas have but few -- if any -- homes to choose from.

If you’re sure the home you love is right for you, it’s time to make your move. Here's what to expect.

If you're pressed for home improvement cash, but own the place, you have options.

Should you rush to get a mortgage, or take your time? Both, sorta. But don't panic.

Buying a home is often the biggest purchase most of will make and requires a lot of money upfront. Home buying credit credit can help get people into their dream homes.

Think about why you want to give up your home that's already in bankruptcy.

While you may assume the holiday season is not an ideal time to be looking -- there are some advantages to buying this time of year.

Your parents took out two equity loans on their home and can't repay them. What should they do?

Even if the crowdfunded deal you are considering is via an experienced developer or investor, there’s still a chance that the deal will go sour.

Interest rates are still near historic lows, but don’t expect them to stay that way for much longer, warn real estate experts. Here’s what a jump in mortgage rates means for buyers and the housing market.

FHA loans often cost more than mortgages with PMI. Here are reasons to go FHA anyway.

Someone buying a home with credit can still compete against cash buyers and win. Here's how.

Real estate inventory may be low across the country, but not every housing market is experiencing rising home prices and has bidding wars breaking out.

Home insurance provides protection for more than damage from fire and severe storms.

Here are five characteristics to look for when buying a home. If you can get all five, chances are the home’s a great investment.

Here’s what your homeowners’ insurance will protect you from if things take a turn for the worse this holiday.

The middle-of-the-road home price is about $175,000. See what that gets in these cities.

You’re finally off the fence and ready to buy a home before prices and mortgage rates rise any  further. Here’s what you need to know about jumping into the market at this time of year.

The housing market has been the backbone of the economic recovery, but the government shutdown could put an end to the market's gains. Here's how.