Lizzie O'Leary

The government is trying to wind down Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which could really change the mortgage picture out there. What can we expect to see if the government-backed companies go private or have a diminished role?

There are a ton of real estate apps out there. Advice on which ones should be on your smartphone.

Home ownership can be a way for low-income folks to punch a ticket to upward mobility. But many experts say that low-income people should build wealth in other ways before they take on a mortgage.

What resources are available for first-time home buyers? Is there a way to time the market right to take advantage of low mortgage rates? How can you know if you earn enough income to qualify for a refi? Personal finance expert Louis Barajas answers listeners' questions about home ownership. Plus, learn about 10 home buying mistakes you should avoid.

If you're browsing in today's housing market, you'd better be ready for some stiff competition. A Los Angeles realtor talks about all it takes to land a home you want.

A small business owner in Cairo came to work today, despite danger in the area.

Catching up on the business news of the week, from a reality check in the markets to Europe to the London Whale.

An index of the 50 finest Ferraris and Porsches increased by 53 percent over the past two years.

According to a recent Gallup poll, only 36 percent of Americans who drink alcohol say that beer is their beverage of choice.

Fadi Chehade, CEO of ICANN -- the organization in charge of assigning names and numbers to Internet addresses -- talks about changes coming ahead for domain names and websites.