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Con artists take advantage of vacant homes in limbo
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.
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It still pays to own a home
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.
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From a nation of homeowners to a nation of renters
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.
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What's helping the housing market bounce back?
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?
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When to move on from your underwater mortgage
Oct 12, 2012
One homeowner wonders what she should do with the underwater home she rents out when it's draining her finances.
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Rental markets tighten up in Chicago
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.
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As apartment vacancies drop, rents rise
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.
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The key to homeownership
May 30, 2012
Taken altogether, housing market indicators suggest the collapse is over.
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Study says Americans prefer walkable neighborhoods
May 29, 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.
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Renting vs. owning
May 23, 2012
An underappreciated factor behind the recent gains in the housing market is higher rents.
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