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Record profits! Is Fannie Mae out of the woods?
David Weinberg Apr 3, 2013
After losing $166 billion in four years, Fannie Mae reported a $17 billion profit for 2012 -- a record.
No money down home loans return, with a twist
Mark Garrison Mar 25, 2013
No down payment mortgages died in a wave of foreclosures -- for nearly all Americans. But now they’re crawling out of the grave, for the wealthy, at least.
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?
Santa Barbara: More than a playground for the rich and famous
Barbara Bogaev Mar 22, 2013
Santa Barbara is known for its beautiful, expansive homes. But the city's reputation doesn't tell the whole story of its housing market.
Surprise! Your home may no longer be underwater
David Gura Mar 19, 2013
More homeowners are going from underwater to above water on their mortgages, and that could mean some really good news for the economy.
Atlanta real estate: Peachy keen or sour grapes?
David Lazarus Mar 21, 2013
The weather is hot in Atlanta, but is the housing market?
Housing recovery: Good for would-be homeowners?
Robert Reich Mar 13, 2013
Commentator Robert Reich says the housing recovery is mostly benefiting investors, not home buyers.
Steady as a rock: Real estate in Jackson, Miss.
David Lazarus Mar 8, 2013
Daffodils are starting to bloom in Jackson and that's when buyers start coming out looking for a home. We check in with a broker to see what real estate's like in Mississippi.
Fannie and Freddie to launch joint securities venture
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Mar 5, 2013
The regulator overseeing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has announced an idea to reform the mortgage giants. It involves starting a joint venture to bundle mortgages into securities that people can invest in.
