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Con artists take advantage of vacant homes in limbo
Rowan Moore Gerety Feb 15, 2013
More than 5 million homes have been lost to foreclosure since 2006. That's a lot of real estate, and con artists are determined to put it to good use.
It still pays to own a home
Chris Farrell Jan 25, 2013
Many young people say they have no interest in ever owning a home. So these days, more and more people are renting. But commentator Chris Farrell says buying is still a better option for all concerned.
From a nation of homeowners to a nation of renters
Paddy Hirsch Jan 9, 2013
As 2013 kicks off, one of the biggest changes to the landscape of consumer finance is taking place in the housing market.
What's helping the housing market bounce back?
Tony Cox Dec 7, 2012
Things are looking up in the housing market. People are starting to buy houses again. Mortgage rates are at an all-time low and there's lots of inventory. Or is there?
When to move on from your underwater mortgage
Tess Vigeland Oct 12, 2012
One homeowner wonders what she should do with the underwater home she rents out when it's draining her finances.
Rental markets tighten up in Chicago
Lauren Chooljian Aug 13, 2012
Renters trying to find places in hot up-and-coming neighborhoods in Chicago find themselves facing big price increases and stiff competition.
As apartment vacancies drop, rents rise
Sally Herships Jul 5, 2012
Apartment buildings are fuller than they’ve been in a decade. Rents are at record highs. Houses are relatively cheap, but loans are elusive.
The key to homeownership
Chris Farrell May 30, 2012
Taken altogether, housing market indicators suggest the collapse is over.
Study says Americans prefer walkable neighborhoods
David Brancaccio Jun 22, 2012
New research from the Brookings Institution says Americans will pay up to $1,500 more in rent every month to live in a "walkable" neighborhood -- say, a place near their dry cleaners or grocery store or favorite restaurant.
Renting vs. owning
Chris Farrell May 23, 2012
An underappreciated factor behind the recent gains in the housing market is higher rents.
