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How to Spot a Home-Contractor Scam

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:06:53 -0400

This is the season when the lawn mowers begin roaring, the mulch is spread and homeowners, if they haven't already, begin thinking about getting that roof fixed or finally putting up a privacy fence. But ...

How Americans Spend When They're Fixing Up Their Homes

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:16:31 -0400

Take a look at this infographic of what people spend on when they fix up their homes.

The New Rules of House Flipping

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:51:02 -0400

When the housing market went bust, house flippers went into hibernation. Now, as the recovery creeps along, bargain-hunters are once again looking for homes to fix up and resell for a quick profit. Just ...

Own a home? Take advantage of rising home equity

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:27:43 -0400

Six years after prices collapsed, housing has begun to climb out of its hole. So what are the best moves to make now? In a three-part series, we offer smart strategies for buyers, sellers, and owners in ...

Accessible Home Design for People With Disabilities

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:50:49 -0400

For many, living with a disability or a physical limitation that occurs late in life is a daily struggle. These challenges are magnified if a home's design restricts mobility. In some houses and apartments, ...

Homeowners Insurance: Covered? Don't Be so Sure

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:18:00 -0400

Bought or renewed a homeowners insurance policy lately? You've no doubt noticed that premiums have gotten pretty pricey. Rates have climbed 69% over the past decade to an average of $1,000 a year. What ...

Real Estate: What You Can Buy for $25,000 (or Less)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:14:27 -0400

Despite rising home prices, there are still great deals to be had.

Before You Shop For A House, Shop For An Agent

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:00:22 -0400

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial transactions most people will ever make in their lives. It can be stressful and overwhelming, but the good news is you are not alone. Real estate ...

Hotel living is the norm at wealthy NYC apartments

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:39:47 -0400

There was the resident who wanted a private jet commissioned for his new puppy, flown like a CEO to its new home in Manhattan. There was also a frantic search for a specific type of crystal vase whose ...

Your House Is For Sale, You Just Don't Know it Yet

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:41:03 -0400

When buying a home, you don't always have to rely on a real estate listing or a 'For Sale' sign.

10 Things Your Neighbors Won’t Tell You

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:13:39 -0400

Falling out with your neighbors can mean more than just uncomfortable meetings in the hallway or front yard, added stress and sleepless nights.

For Sale, Cheap: Homes in Fargo

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:11:06 -0400

Seven waterfront homes in Fargo, N.D.—with as many as four bedrooms and assessed values ranging above $500,000—will be sold at auction for as little as pennies on the dollar Monday. Although hundreds of ...

Why real estate agents list their own homes

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:52:16 -0400

Doctors shouldn't treat themselves, and there's that old adage about how any lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client; but when it comes to selling their own homes, real estate agents express ...

Is It Safe to Sell Your House Now?

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:19:30 -0500

It might finally be time to come out of the basement. Seven years after the housing market began to collapse, rising prices and thinner inventories are presenting new opportunities for home sellers. Some ...

America's Richest Cities in 2013

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:15:02 -0500

Recently released census data suggests which cities have the greatest appeal for rich people.

The First Thing to Do Before Buying a Home

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:00:11 -0500

When buying a home, there's one essential step you must take first: get your credit reports and credit scores.

The Best Day to List a Home Is…

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 11:14:06 -0500

T.G.I.F. One day of the week can mean an extra $5,000 in a home-seller's pocket. Last year, homes listed on Fridays sold for 99.1% of the seller's original asking price, the highest percentage of any day ...

5 Worst Housing Markets for 2013

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:48:03 -0500

Housing may have turned a corner, but some big cities shouldn't expect much of a price rebound this year.

Castle Homes You Can Actually Buy

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:53:29 -0500

With pools, horse stables, bocce courts and multi-floor libraries, these castle-like homes are straight out of a fairy tale.

The 11 US Cities That Are Having the Best Recoveries

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:03:01 -0500

Looking at employment, unemployment, production, and home prices, here are the strongest economic recoveries from trough to the third quarter of 2012.

12 Cities Where You Can Buy a Foreclosed Home for Half Price

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:33:12 -0500

Here are 12 metros with foreclosure savings higher than 45 percent.

6 home fixes that aren't worth the money

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:22:18 -0400

Real Estate » 6 Worst Home Fixes For The Money 6 worst home fixes for the money 1 of 7It's the magic phrase uttered by almost anyone who's ever considered the cost of home remodeling: "We'll use our ...

What Would You Give Up to Buy Your Dream Home?

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:52:13 -0400

Contributing less to your 401(k) so you can buy a house may not be the right way to go.

Hottest and coldest US housing markets

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:01:42 -0400

U.S. home prices rose in June from the same month last year, according to the Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller home price index released Tuesday.Steady increases have contributed to a housing recovery that ...

Towns for Sale

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:11:20 -0400

For those who might like to own a town (and perhaps give it a wacky new name) and have at least $250,000 to spend, we offer a few options.

The 15 Worst Housing Markets for the Next Five Years

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:51:50 -0400

Even though home prices across the nation are down, they are projected to increase 3.9 percent between now and the first quarter of 2017.

Mumbai's Boom Turns Renters Into Millionaires

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 12:31:10 -0400

Tenants paying $20 a month or less get big payouts to move

10 Cheap Ways to Sell Your House for More

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 04:21:23 -0400

A couple of weeks ago, mortgage rates plummeted to all-time lows – 3.67 percent for a 30-year loan and 2.94 for a 15-year loan. They’ve crept up a bit lately, but they’re still a bargain. So why can’t ...

Cities With Least Realistic Home Prices

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:26:00 -0400

Here are the metro areas where the gap between listing prices and the actual purchase prices are the largest and the areas where they’re the smallest.

Timeshare Prices Plummet to $1

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:17:26 -0400

While real estate – and even vacation real estate – is starting to show signs of recovery, timeshares remain in freefall.

5 Tips to Cut Costs on Your Home

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:00:00 -0400

Don't pay more than you have to when it comes to taxes, remodeling and your mortgage.

5 Markets Beating the Housing Bust

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:36:23 -0500

Five metro areas where median home prices have risen the most since 2008.

The Priciest Small Town in America

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:08:49 -0500

Find out what makes Sagaponack one of the country’s most exclusive beach towns.

Kiss These 10 Once-Popular Home Features Goodbye

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:52:15 -0500

This year homes are going to include more practical and value-conscious features and fewer wish-list items.

Meet the 22-Year-Old Who Owns a $88 Million Crash Pad in NY

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:57:51 -0500

Ekaterina Rybolovleva, daughter of a Russian billionaire, made headlines with her new home in the Big Apple.

New American Dream Is Renting to Get Rich

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:29:06 -0500

While a home is the main repository of wealth for many Americans, it comes with numerous hefty expenses.

Record Sale at $88 Million

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:50:53 -0500

The most expensive apartment in New York is setting some new milestones in the Manhattan real-estate market.

Living Very Large

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:53:16 -0500

Shooting ranges, an indoor tennis court, a bedroom bigger than many houses: For a small cadre of very wealthy owners, building big is back. A bird's-eye view of some of the mega mansions going up across the country.

New-home purchases fall, 2011 worst ever for sales

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:10:40 -0500

Fewer Americans bought new homes in December. The decline made 2011 the worst year for new-home sales on records dating back nearly half a century.The Commerce Department said Thursday new-home sales fell ...

12 Low-Cost Ways to Save Energy — and Money — Now

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:33:29 -0500

These retro-fits will quickly pay for themselves and will save you money over time.