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New York's new billionaire street
Mark Garrison Jun 4, 2013
Three luxury high-rise apartment towers are luring the ultra-wealthy to an area of Midtown Manhattan better known for offices and stores.
Timber industry goes after green LEED certification
Shannon Mullen Jun 3, 2013
The timber industry is challenging the sustainable forestry certification of the LEED green-building program state by state.
Bidding wars, rising prices - but a housing bubble?
Peter O'Dowd Apr 11, 2013
Phoenix, Arizona, was hit hard during the housing crash. Now the housing market is recovering quickly and home buyers are frustrated. But one expert says that doesn't make a housing bubble.
Is the housing recovery leaving too many behind?
Shannon Mullen Apr 3, 2013
According to a report in the Washington Post, President Obama's administration is worried that the housing recovery is leaving too many people, including young people, behind.
Real talk with your realtor: Be honest about your feelings
Kai Ryssdal Mar 28, 2013
Buying a house is a huge emotional decision. It's important to know the market you're buying in -- and just as important to construct a relationship with your realtor.
Return of the home ATM?
Adam Allington Mar 25, 2013
As the housing recovery boosts equity, will homeowners again use their properties as their own personal cash machines?
Realtors ask: "What can I do to get you OUT of that house?"
Shannon Mullen Mar 22, 2013
With housing inventory at its lowest point in 13 years, realtors are trying new tactics to add listings.
House prices are up, but not yet bubbling
David Weinberg Feb 26, 2013
Sharp price increases in some regions raise concerns about a new housing bubble. But as prices rise, more sellers will appear, steadying the market.
Omaha: How's the housing market where Warren Buffett lives?
Barbara Bogaev Feb 15, 2013
On paper, Omaha looks like a pretty great place to live: It's consistently rated one of the most affordable cities in the country. Why is it doing so well?
The open house is back -- and so are the 'lookie-loos'
Jim Burress Feb 1, 2013
Resurgent home sales are a boon for those who like to tour open houses for fun.
