Is the Housing Recovery On Shaky Ground?

The advent of “Septaper” – the Federal Reserve’s September taper down of its stimulus plan –seems to send a vote of confidence about the long awaited recovery of the housing market. But some market observers and economists worry that the recovery may not be as solid...

7 Quotes to Invest By

The most inspiring words of wisdom on investing and finance are ageless – and they speak to the enduring truths about what’s important for success. From Mark Twain to Warren Buffet, market watchers from vastly different perspectives point out again and again that...

Keep Investment Properties Secure

Break-ins, burglaries and vandalism plague cities both large and small,and new statistics show that one in four home invasions happens when someone is at home. Keeping rental properties secure concerns both renters and landlords – and keeping those issues clear can...

Qualified Mortgage Rule Changes Help Homebuyers

The Qualified Mortgage Rule won’t become official until 2014, but already federal regulators are proposing changes to its mortgage lending provisions. That’s a move hailed by housing industry professionals and advocates who feared that the Rule’s tighter lending...