Tue, Nov 8 2005, 8:00 AM
Making a home work for the elderly or disabled can provide comfort and safety for the whole family.
Mon, Nov 7 2005, 8:00 AM
The Presidential tax panel issued its recommendations this week. There were enough small changes to warrant a second and more comprehensive look.
Wed, Nov 2 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Report - Week Ending October 27, 2005
Tue, Nov 1 2005, 7:00 AM
A disability, even a very temporary one, can raise havoc with the enjoyment of your home. Take any opportunity when building or remodeling to prepare...
Fri, Oct 28 2005, 7:00 AM
The House of Representatives has approved new oversight for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Senate approval appears a long way off.
Thu, Oct 27 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Report - Week Ending October 20, 2005
Wed, Oct 26 2005, 7:00 AM
NAR report sees an ultimate soft landing as bubble begins to soften and fallout from Katrina benefits portions of the sales market.
Mon, Oct 24 2005, 7:00 AM
Homeowners may lose a cherished tax deduction if a presidential panel gets its way. But history says it is unlikely to happen.
Fri, Oct 21 2005, 7:00 AM
Are commissions the reason for the recent attacks on the National Association of Realtors and on agents. Hmmmm - there does seem to be a pattern.
Fri, Oct 21 2005, 7:00 AM
Modular and panelized construction using a variety of methods and materials offer time and cost saving alternatives for homeowners. Even IKEA is gett...
Wed, Oct 19 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Report - Week Ending October 13, 2005
Mon, Oct 17 2005, 7:00 AM
Although acknowledging hurricanes impact, Freddie Mac still sees a rosy housing picture.
Wed, Oct 12 2005, 7:00 AM
Freddie Mac has tallied up its losses to Rita and Katrina and they will be substantial.
Wed, Oct 12 2005, 7:00 AM
A Government Accountability Office Report suggests reputation and service may be more relevant to creating competition in the real estate than commiss...
Wed, Oct 12 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Report - Week Ending October 6, 2005
Mon, Oct 10 2005, 7:00 AM
While traditional one-stud-at-a-time construction remains the norm, a potential build-it-myselfer would do well to check out options to make those dre...
Fri, Oct 7 2005, 7:00 AM
Seems like a lot of people are targeting the National Association of Realtors. The Department of Justice heads the list.
Wed, Oct 5 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Report - Week Ending September 28, 2005
Tue, Oct 4 2005, 7:00 AM
Building a home is an adventure but, with enough information and some innovative new housing options, perhaps one with a happy ending.
Wed, Sep 28 2005, 7:00 AM
Mortgage rates rose, home sales and prices were also higher. But are mortgage applications the canary in the coal mine?
Tue, Sep 27 2005, 7:00 AM
Actual cash value versus replacement costs; deductibles, and valued policies are only a few of the things you need to know as an informed consumer of ...
Thu, Sep 22 2005, 7:00 AM
Housing starts are reported off in the last month, but the single family market still shows that builders continue to be optimistic.
Wed, Sep 21 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report.
Mon, Sep 19 2005, 7:00 AM
Piggy backs make more financial sense at present than private mortgage insurance, but that can change with interest rates and/or pending legislation.
Thu, Sep 15 2005, 7:00 AM
Freddie Mac sheds some light on the effects of Hurricane Katrina on the housing market and economy.
Thu, Sep 15 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - September 7 2005
Tue, Sep 13 2005, 7:00 AM
Katrina, not to mention Charley, Ivan, western brush fires, and California mud slides should be prompting you to check your insurance coverage.
Mon, Sep 12 2005, 7:00 AM
Freddie Mac quarterly report on housing prices show continued growth propelled by dropping interest rates in the second quarter.
Thu, Sep 8 2005, 7:00 AM
After a bit of a paper chase we finally get some officials answers about how PMI works.
Wed, Sep 7 2005, 7:00 AM
Now everyone can get a free credit report - just watch your typing fingers.
Wed, Sep 7 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - September 1 2005
Thu, Sep 1 2005, 7:00 AM
Chairman Greenspan warns again that housing prices will cool and take parts of the economy along.
Wed, Aug 31 2005, 7:00 AM
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac put a small candle in the window for hurricane victims.
Wed, Aug 31 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - August, 25 2005
Wed, Aug 24 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - August, 18 2005
Tue, Aug 23 2005, 7:00 AM
An update on a bunch of volunteers who are making a difference for wounded Iraq War vets - one house at a time.
Mon, Aug 22 2005, 7:00 AM
Do mortgage pre-approvals really a guarantee a smooth transaction? We would like to hear a yes or no from our readers.
Fri, Aug 19 2005, 7:00 AM
There is never a shortage of sharks waiting to take advantage of the troubled. If you are having problems with your mortgage payments, please listen ...
Thu, Aug 18 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - August 12, 2005
Mon, Aug 15 2005, 7:00 AM
Freddie Macs August report carries cautions about what could happen, but basically continues to project only gradual changes in rates, sales, and home...
Mon, Aug 15 2005, 7:00 AM
Fannie Mae continues to struggle with its massive accounting reinstatement and the New York Stock Exchange is getting restless.
Thu, Aug 11 2005, 7:00 AM
According to the National Housing Conference, wages are clearly not keeping up with the cost of housing. So where are lower paid workers, many essent...
Wed, Aug 10 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report - August 4, 2005
Tue, Aug 9 2005, 7:00 AM
Private mortgage insurance companies are beginning to feel the pinch of piggyback or blended mortgages.
Fri, Aug 5 2005, 7:00 AM
Americans continue to pull equity out of their homes, presumably helping to drive the U.S. economy.
Thu, Aug 4 2005, 7:00 AM
Delinquency rates are low and foreclosure is not something most people worry about, but stuff happens and it is good to know the options and alternati...
Wed, Aug 3 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report
Tue, Aug 2 2005, 7:00 AM
Foreclosure is the last thing a homeowner thinks about when giving a mortgage. But it happens. We will discuss the process and some solutions to a des...
Thu, Jul 28 2005, 7:00 AM
Records for home prices and sales activity continue to fall although there are a few weak spots since last months reports.
Wed, Jul 27 2005, 7:00 AM
Weekly Mortgage Rates Summary Report
