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Democrats: Expand federal role in housing

Housing is unaffordable for too many people, and government can help, according to the Democratic Party’s platform. Continue reading

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2016 FHA loan limits released

The Federal Housing Administration announced its 2016 loan limits this week. Continue reading

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Boomerang buyers want to own homes again

If you’ve gone through foreclosure, and you’re looking for a second chance at the American dream, there is still hope. Continue reading

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Buy or rent? Both are too expensive

Rates may be low but majority of Americans say housing remains unaffordable. Continue reading

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Spring housing thaw?

Builders are looking for reasons to be confident going into the spring buying season. Continue reading

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New-home sales fall, trees exult

Frigid weather is a stop sign for buyers, but the housing recovery is still on track. Continue reading

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Rising prices improve confidence

Buyers are still shopping for homes and homeowners are sprucing up. Continue reading

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Investors heading for the exits

Rising home prices are driving investors to sell, and that’s good news for buyers. Continue reading

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New home construction falters

Multifamily construction led a decline in housing starts. Continue reading

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Headed for a housing bubble?

Several factors are contributing to a run-up in home prices that might signal a bubble. Continue reading

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