Foreclosures drop, for now
Don't look past the clouds just yet -- the recent drop in foreclosure starts may be due to an administrative change.
New heights for construction
Construction spending has been improving for six straight months.
Foreclosure evictions suspended
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will provide a short break for homeowners facing foreclosure during the holidays.
New rules when dumping your mortgage
Fannie Mae has announced new options for homeowners who want to hand over their keys to be released from their mortgages.
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Fiscal cliff hits underwater homeowners
As the fiscal cliff looms, a crucial tax break helping underwater homeowners may get overlooked by Congress, resulting in devastating consequences.
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Spain’s answer to housing glut
If you've always wanted a vacation home in sunny Spain, here's a buying opportunity.
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Is housing recovery solid?
The latest index on home prices is positive, but a fragile economy weighs down a recovery.
FHA helps struggling borrowers
FHA offers new options for borrowers struggling to pay their mortgages.
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Black Friday home shopping
Holiday shoppers aren't just seeking deals on big-screen TVs; they're looking at homes, too.
Another taxpayer bailout?
The financial repercussions of the housing crisis keep rumbling on.