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Homeownership sparks economy in many ways
Sally Herships Dec 6, 2012
Home prices are up nationwide. The recent demand has been good for more than just realtors and lenders.
Shining a light on the shadow inventory
Paddy Hirsch Nov 27, 2012
The housing market looks better, but what about the so-called shadow inventory?
What's behind the high fallout rate for mortgage contracts?
David Nogueras Nov 23, 2012
Some analysts believe home buyers' willingness to take out mortgages might be running ahead of banks' willingness to lend to them. But there are likely other factors at play.
Explaining the FHA with help from Uncle Charlie
Paddy Hirsch Nov 20, 2012
What is the Federal Housing Administration and how does it work? Uncle Charlie and Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch explain.
Whither the mortgage interest tax deduction?
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Nov 16, 2012
Tweaks to homeowner deduction -- seen as cornerstone of American Dream -- could be part of 'cliff' deal.
Another housing agency may need bailout
Mark Garrison Nov 15, 2012
The Federal Housing Administration may need taxpayer money as delinquencies mount on loans it guaranteed for first-time home buyers.
Rising delinquencies threaten Federal Housing Administration
Shereen Marisol Meraji Nov 26, 2012
The Federal Housing Administration's annual report is due out this week, and there's concern that the agency, which insures more than a trillion dollars in mortgages, is in big financial trouble.
Redefining 'senior living' in Phoenix
Peter O'Dowd Nov 2, 2012
More seniors in the Phoenix area are looking at spending their golden years in the city -- and developers are responding.
Creating the next Silicon Valley in Chicago
Amy Scott Oct 26, 2012
The Windy City tries to lure tech entrepreneurs to create a new startup ecosystem.
Will new regulations crimp home loans?
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Oct 25, 2012
Some fear stricter lending and mortgage standards could chill housing market.
