Due to a processing error, borrowers received checks for less than what they were owed under a mortgage settlement reached with 13 mortgage servicers, the Federal Reserve said. More
The mortgage interest deduction is claimed by less than a third of all tax filers, and its benefits are distributed unevenly across states -- factors that may become part of the tax reform debate. More
When it comes to mortgages, nearly one-third of homebuyers are in the dark about terms, which lender to choose and financing, according to a survey by Zillow. More
The housing rebound has given new life to an old, but little-known sales practice called "pocket listings" where realtors keep certain homes reserved for serious buyers only. More
Lawsuits from New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman are the first legal actions from federal or state officials over banks' alleged non-compliance with the mortgage settlement. More
Demand among homebuyers is so high in some parts of the country that builders are holding lotteries to determine who gets the right to purchase a home in their latest developments. More
Some shareholders in the Empire State Building are in court this week seeking to block plans for a trust and subsequent IPO for the landmark building and other Manhattan properties. More
The housing market has made a big comeback over the past year and signs of sales growth and price appreciation are everywhere. Many in the industry have turned bullish. More
An American Lung Association report says America's air was less polluted in 2012. Not only did that improve health, but it resulted in big financial benefits. More
Now that property values are recovering and the economy's on the upswing, homeowners are once again considering whether to renovate or start fresh in a new house. More
Think your homeowners insurance premiums are bad? What you've really got to worry about is the gaps in your coverage that could leave you on the hook for major repairs. More
The end of the foreclosure crisis is drawing near. According to RealtyTrac, foreclosure filings during the first quarter fell 23% year-over-year to levels not seen since 2007. More
In most parts of the country home sellers have finally regained the upper hand. To get the best price, you need to finesse your timing, list competitively and understand local conditions. More
Despite rising prices and mortgage rates that are edging upward, buying a home is still cheaper than renting in the majority of the top 100 markets. More
Starting Friday, payments ranging from $300 to $125,000 will be mailed to 4.2 million borrowers as part of a $3.6 billion foreclosure settlement between the government and 13 mortgage servicers. More
Whether it's due to crime, a lack of jobs or Mother Nature, these cities lost residents faster than any others last year, according to the Census Bureau. More
Seemingly overnight, many of the nation's major housing markets have gone from stagnant to sizzling, with for-sale listings spurring bidding wars among a large number of house hunters. More
Tom Roeser is buying distressed homes, fixing them up and selling or renting them on the cheap to try and keep Carpentersville, Ill., from being overrun by foreclosures and crime. More
Improved housing market lifts Fannie Mae profits to record $17.2 billion in '12, just four years after losses forced government takeover and bailout. More
Freddie Mac and its regulator are not doing a good enough job keeping an eye on complaints by homeowners, a federal oversight official said Thursday. More
Home sellers in different parts of the country are highlighting some pretty unusual features in their listings in order to spark interest from local buyers. More
Looking to buy a home? In these cities, prices are attractive, there are plenty of homes to choose from -- and buyers have the upper hand, according to Realtor.com. More
This home in Canada features whimsical murals, a huge indoor pool, a starlit bedroom ceiling and a game room complete with a giant slot car race track. It is on the market for $10m. Play
David Hoffman bought a YWCA campsite in Tucson, Ariz. and built his dream home: a 10-acre ranch with a waterfall and a replica of an Old Western town in the backyard. Now it's for sale for $8 million. More
This 40,000 square-foot mansion has played a prominent role in television shows and movies. But it isn't in Beverly Hills; it's in Buckhead, a wealthy suburban neighborhood of Atlanta. More
This $19.9 million home in Buckhead, Ga. has 7 kitchens, 9 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms and includes a private spa, an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a recording studio. Play
With Calder mobiles and an endless staircase, Coach President Reed Krakoff uses his stunning Manhattan townhouse as a laboratory for design inspiration. Play
With the clouds lifting over home sales, real estate stocks are up sharply, you can still find pockets of value, though -- if you know where to look. More
After discovering their home was previously used as a meth lab, homeowners are forced to spend thousands of dollars on decontamination and other costs. More
From testing to pull removing carpets and insulation, here's what it takes to rid a home of the toxic chemicals left behind after someone has cooked meth in a home. More
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