Nation's consumers still unsure about housing

Instability in the real estate has given pause to many families considering moving into new homes.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 09:37

South only region to post rising new home sales

While the rest of the country saw new home sales slow, the South enjoyed a surge of positive moving activity last month.

Thursday, November 25 2010 09:39

Report: Housing affordability remains high

A new report shows that low interest rates and falling prices have made moving into a new home more affordable for many families around the country.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:06

New construction down, but rising permits a positive sign

Though new home construction neared record lows in October, experts say more families may be moving into newly-built homes in the near future.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:54

Builders regaining confidence slowly

The nation's construction industry has grown slightly more optimistic about the state of the housing market after noting a rise in the quality of buyers moving into new homes.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:30

Residents in Northeast enjoy healthy well-being

Homebuyers looking to get into a positive frame of mind may want to consider moving to Connecticut or Massachusetts.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:42

Kentucky college ranks as South's best

A strong record for academic success and unique benefits for students has many college freshmen packing their moving boxes and heading to Kentucky to study at Centre College.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:39

Survey: Neighborhood's appearance most telling safety characteristic

When they're considering moving to a particular neighborhood, most consumers feel they can trust their eyes to determine how safe the area might be.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:36

College towns a popular destination for a variety of buyers

Whether it be a student, retiree or alumni, moving to a college town is becoming a more popular option for many.

Monday, November 15 2010 10:28

Bay State's housing market tied to jobs

More people won't pack their moving boxes in Massachusetts until the state's jobs market sees some level of improvement.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:09

Condo demand fuels rising Miami home sales

A large number of families moving into area condominiums was able to push Miami home sales for September to the highest level seen in four years.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:07

Wealthy buyers leaning toward rentals

Even New York City's wealthiest consumers are moving into apartments, shying away from the luxury condominiums that have long been popular among that segment of the population.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:36

North Carolina top state for business climate

Business executives may want to consider moving to North Carolina, given that state's top ranking on a list of the country's best business clients.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:32

Unemployment rates fall across the country

In a positive sign for the nation's economy, hundreds of metropolitan areas reported better year-over-year unemployment rates in September, an encouraging development that could give more consumers the confidence to pack their moving boxes.

Thursday, November 04 2010 09:18

Homeownership down as Americans turn to renting

More Americans may be moving into apartments as opposed to purchasing a home, a scenario that has the nation's homeownership rate down to levels not seen since 1999.

Thursday, November 04 2010 08:57

Report: Home prices expected to fall further

Many families nationwide have put off their moving plans while they wait for home prices to rise so that they can sell their current home. A new report says that relief might not be coming any time soon, unless they decide to cut prices further.

Wednesday, November 03 2010 08:45

College grads reverse trends, move to Nebraska

Nebraska's employment picture has made relocating to the state an intriguing consideration for many graduates.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:36

Moving to Texas an affordable proposition

When looking for a destination that won't hinder their income, homebuyers may want to consider moving to Texas.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:33

Report: Relocating for work a fading trend

A new report showed that the state of the housing market has made it difficult for many to consider relocating for work.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:42

Report: Foreclosure inventories rising

A recent report shows that while foreclosure sales declined last month, there remains an elevated inventory of distressed homes for relocating families to choose from.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 10:22

Phoenix home sales retreat in October

Home prices remain low in the Phoenix area, though the affordable price tags have not stirred local moving activity significantly.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 09:41

Nation's consumers still unsure about housing

Instability in the real estate has given pause to many families considering moving into new homes.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 09:37

Distressed inventories climb in Florida, Michigan

A new report shows that those trying to pack their moving boxes and sell their homes in Florida will continue to encounter low prices because of an inflated supply of distressed properties.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:15

South only region to post rising new home sales

While the rest of the country saw new home sales slow, the South enjoyed a surge of positive moving activity last month.

Thursday, November 25 2010 09:39

Real estate inquiries increase

A measure of credit report requests could show that the third quarter brought a rise in the number of families making relocations across the country.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:33

South leads regions in existing home sales drops

The country as a whole saw home sales activity drop last month as many relocating families had their plans put on hold during foreclosure halts, though the South was hit particularly hard.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:31

Jacksonville homes coming at a steep discount

Buyers in Florida are moving to Jacksonville for the area's deeply discounted homes, reducing the local inventory by a significant margin.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:28

Computer crash brings New Orleans real estate to a standstill

Moving activity in New Orleans has come to a screeching halt as a computer crash that has persisted for nearly a month wages on.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:56

Guidelines could open up homebuying

Fannie Mae has announced new rules that could make moving into a new home easier for many young Americans.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 10:32

Scorecard praises improvements in housing

In an evaluation of the housing market, the Obama administration hailed today's affordable homebuying climate, acknowledging that it allows many the reality of moving into a new home.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:37

Massachusetts foreclosures freefall in October

Homesellers in the Bay State have had to compete with distressed properties when trying to sell their homes, though new data suggests there could be some relief in sight for these relocating families.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:12

Prices continue to rise in New York

Home sellers in the state of New York are finding more favorable prices for their homes and getting their moving plans started with confidence.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:08

New construction down, but rising permits a positive sign

Though new home construction neared record lows in October, experts say more families may be moving into newly-built homes in the near future.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:54

Report: Listing prices down on nearly half of all homes

Those moving into new homes in October likely did so at lower prices, the result of more sellers cutting their asking prices.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:51

Builders regaining confidence slowly

The nation's construction industry has grown slightly more optimistic about the state of the housing market after noting a rise in the quality of buyers moving into new homes.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:30

Jobs, credit key to housing recovery

A number of families around the country have had their relocation plans hampered by tight credit restrictions that have left them unable to qualify for a mortgage. Scenarios like those pose a greater risk to the housing market than many other factors, said experts.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:27

Sellers in Southern California enjoying higher prices

Those local home sales are still moving at a slow pace, sellers in Southern California are reporting rising home values.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:24

Survey: Neighborhood's appearance most telling safety characteristic

When they're considering moving to a particular neighborhood, most consumers feel they can trust their eyes to determine how safe the area might be.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:36

D.C. bucks national price declines

Those moving to Washington, D.C. may not be as concerned as many homebuyers that the value of their homes might decrease rapidly.

Monday, November 15 2010 10:32

Massachusetts foreclosures shifting to suburbs

A new report shows that there are more distressed units in Massachusetts suburbs compared to its cities, a trend that could mean relocating suburban families might have a tougher time selling their homes.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:13

Report: Many metros experience home price increases

In a positive sign for those moving away from their homes and looking to sell, home prices in a large number of metropolitan areas across the country rose during this year's third quarter.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:06

Home price declines rival Depression

Families intent on moving and trying to sell their homes have had to deal with rapidly falling home prices. Their plight rivals those of Depression-era sellers that also dealt with declining values, according to a report.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:44

Nevada maintains grip on foreclosure lead

Moving to Nevada remains an affordable proposition, given that the state continues to lead the country in distressed properties, giving buyers more inventory to choose from.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:39

D.C. sales down, but prices stable

Though home sales were down in the Mid-Atlantic region in October, experts say that a steady stream of relocating workers was able to help area home prices stabilize.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:35

Bay State's housing market tied to jobs

More people won't pack their moving boxes in Massachusetts until the state's jobs market sees some level of improvement.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:09

Condo demand fuels rising Miami home sales

A large number of families moving into area condominiums was able to push Miami home sales for September to the highest level seen in four years.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:07

Nashville prices up, but home sales lag

Relocating families in Nashville have been able to price their homes for more, but the lack of buyer incentive means that they're having a hard time finding someone to sell to.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:06

Brokers suggest care when buying foreclosures

The bloated inventory of distressed properties on the housing market has encouraged a number of buyers to consider moving into a foreclosed home for their substantial discounts.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:53

Connecticut home sales decline

A large number of Connecticut families may have already completed their relocations into new homes, and as a result, recent home sales activity has been fading.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:51

Some sellers recouping much of their home's value

Despite the reduced state of home prices nationwide, many moving families are selling their old home for more than they bought it for, according to a new report.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:49

Stalled foreclosures drive down pending home sales

A new report from the National Association of Realtors gave one of the first impressions for how lender halts on foreclosure sales nationwide have stalled the moving plans of many families.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:39

Pricing one's home more difficult in current economy

More homesellers are having to put their moving plans on hold, finding the stark reality that others consumers are facing - pricing one's home is not a simple task.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:38

Rental vacancies in Manhattan tick upwards

Landlords in New York City have enjoyed improved rental demand as more families were moving into apartments over the past few months. However, the latest industry report shows that vacancies actually rose last month.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:40

North Carolina top state for business climate

Business executives may want to consider moving to North Carolina, given that state's top ranking on a list of the country's best business clients.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:32

Unemployment rates fall across the country

In a positive sign for the nation's economy, hundreds of metropolitan areas reported better year-over-year unemployment rates in September, an encouraging development that could give more consumers the confidence to pack their moving boxes.

Thursday, November 04 2010 09:18

Report: Foreclosures over three years away from relief

It will take quite a while for the country to generate enough moving activity to eliminate the current shadow inventory of foreclosures - more than three years by one estimate.

Thursday, November 04 2010 09:00

Homeownership down as Americans turn to renting

More Americans may be moving into apartments as opposed to purchasing a home, a scenario that has the nation's homeownership rate down to levels not seen since 1999.

Thursday, November 04 2010 08:57

Report: Home prices expected to fall further

Many families nationwide have put off their moving plans while they wait for home prices to rise so that they can sell their current home. A new report says that relief might not be coming any time soon, unless they decide to cut prices further.

Wednesday, November 03 2010 08:45

Texas Realtors report flat home sales year-to-date

Summer home sales dropped in Texas as the state experienced fewer relocations, though so far this year, homes sales compare favorably to the same time last year.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:44

Report: Relocating for work a fading trend

A new report showed that the state of the housing market has made it difficult for many to consider relocating for work.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:42

Mortgage rates inch higher

Those who sought a mortgage to refinance their relocations in the past week may have encountered higher rates.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:38

Fall sales activity in D.C. slower than usual

Most of the Washington, D.C. families that would normally be moving in the autumn have already made their moves, according to a report.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:35

Insurance a smart idea for tenants

Those moving into apartment would be well advised to protect themselves with renters insurance.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:53

Consumers regain confidence, seek mortgages

Experts say that a sharp rise in purchase activity for residential mortgages could mean that Americans are regaining confidence in the economy and might soon be calling up moving companies.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:17

Scorecard praises improvements in housing

In an evaluation of the housing market, the Obama administration hailed today's affordable homebuying climate, acknowledging that it allows many the reality of moving into a new home.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:37

Mortgage rates bounce back significantly

Rates on long-term fixed-rate mortgages took a sharp climb this week, though moving into a new home is still affordable for many.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:36

Rising rates deter mortgage activity

A number of families decided to hold off on their moving plans another week, a development that drove mortgage applications down.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:56

Rise in purchase applications precedes rate drops

Possibly anticipating Federal Reserve actions that would lower mortgage rates even further, relocating families drove purchase activity higher last week.

Monday, November 15 2010 10:25

Lenders caution against reducing mortgage interest deduction

The trimming of a key tax incentive that typically encourages the relocation of many homebuyers has drawn the attention of leaders from within the mortgage industry.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:10

Fed takes steps to lower rates

Families that are planning relocations may be able to benefit from an extended climate of housing affordability, as the Federal Reserve has announced steps that would keep mortgage rates low into the near future.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:38

Mortgage rates inch higher

Those who sought a mortgage to refinance their relocations in the past week may have encountered higher rates.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:38

Nonsmoking apartments increasing in Chicago

Though it's common for smoking to be banned in certain public places, more families are encountering no-smoking policies when moving into apartments.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:40

Wealthy buyers leaning toward rentals

Even New York City's wealthiest consumers are moving into apartments, shying away from the luxury condominiums that have long been popular among that segment of the population.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:36

Rental vacancies in Manhattan tick upwards

Landlords in New York City have enjoyed improved rental demand as more families were moving into apartments over the past few months. However, the latest industry report shows that vacancies actually rose last month.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:40

Homeownership down as Americans turn to renting

More Americans may be moving into apartments as opposed to purchasing a home, a scenario that has the nation's homeownership rate down to levels not seen since 1999.

Thursday, November 04 2010 08:57

Survey: Neighborhood's appearance most telling safety characteristic

When they're considering moving to a particular neighborhood, most consumers feel they can trust their eyes to determine how safe the area might be.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:36

Moving to Texas an affordable proposition

When looking for a destination that won't hinder their income, homebuyers may want to consider moving to Texas.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:33

Phoenix home sales retreat in October

Home prices remain low in the Phoenix area, though the affordable price tags have not stirred local moving activity significantly.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 09:41

South only region to post rising new home sales

While the rest of the country saw new home sales slow, the South enjoyed a surge of positive moving activity last month.

Thursday, November 25 2010 09:39

Real estate inquiries increase

A measure of credit report requests could show that the third quarter brought a rise in the number of families making relocations across the country.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:33

South leads regions in existing home sales drops

The country as a whole saw home sales activity drop last month as many relocating families had their plans put on hold during foreclosure halts, though the South was hit particularly hard.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:31

Jacksonville homes coming at a steep discount

Buyers in Florida are moving to Jacksonville for the area's deeply discounted homes, reducing the local inventory by a significant margin.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:28

Computer crash brings New Orleans real estate to a standstill

Moving activity in New Orleans has come to a screeching halt as a computer crash that has persisted for nearly a month wages on.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:56

Guidelines could open up homebuying

Fannie Mae has announced new rules that could make moving into a new home easier for many young Americans.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 10:32

Massachusetts foreclosures freefall in October

Homesellers in the Bay State have had to compete with distressed properties when trying to sell their homes, though new data suggests there could be some relief in sight for these relocating families.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:12

Prices continue to rise in New York

Home sellers in the state of New York are finding more favorable prices for their homes and getting their moving plans started with confidence.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:08

New construction down, but rising permits a positive sign

Though new home construction neared record lows in October, experts say more families may be moving into newly-built homes in the near future.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:54

Report: Listing prices down on nearly half of all homes

Those moving into new homes in October likely did so at lower prices, the result of more sellers cutting their asking prices.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:51

Jobs, credit key to housing recovery

A number of families around the country have had their relocation plans hampered by tight credit restrictions that have left them unable to qualify for a mortgage. Scenarios like those pose a greater risk to the housing market than many other factors, said experts.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:27

Sellers in Southern California enjoying higher prices

Those local home sales are still moving at a slow pace, sellers in Southern California are reporting rising home values.

Wednesday, November 17 2010 09:24

Home price declines rival Depression

Families intent on moving and trying to sell their homes have had to deal with rapidly falling home prices. Their plight rivals those of Depression-era sellers that also dealt with declining values, according to a report.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:44

D.C. sales down, but prices stable

Though home sales were down in the Mid-Atlantic region in October, experts say that a steady stream of relocating workers was able to help area home prices stabilize.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:35

Condo demand fuels rising Miami home sales

A large number of families moving into area condominiums was able to push Miami home sales for September to the highest level seen in four years.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:07

Nashville prices up, but home sales lag

Relocating families in Nashville have been able to price their homes for more, but the lack of buyer incentive means that they're having a hard time finding someone to sell to.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:06

Brokers suggest care when buying foreclosures

The bloated inventory of distressed properties on the housing market has encouraged a number of buyers to consider moving into a foreclosed home for their substantial discounts.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:53

Connecticut home sales decline

A large number of Connecticut families may have already completed their relocations into new homes, and as a result, recent home sales activity has been fading.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:51

Some sellers recouping much of their home's value

Despite the reduced state of home prices nationwide, many moving families are selling their old home for more than they bought it for, according to a new report.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:49

Stalled foreclosures drive down pending home sales

A new report from the National Association of Realtors gave one of the first impressions for how lender halts on foreclosure sales nationwide have stalled the moving plans of many families.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:39

Pricing one's home more difficult in current economy

More homesellers are having to put their moving plans on hold, finding the stark reality that others consumers are facing - pricing one's home is not a simple task.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:38

Report: Home prices expected to fall further

Many families nationwide have put off their moving plans while they wait for home prices to rise so that they can sell their current home. A new report says that relief might not be coming any time soon, unless they decide to cut prices further.

Wednesday, November 03 2010 08:45

Texas Realtors report flat home sales year-to-date

Summer home sales dropped in Texas as the state experienced fewer relocations, though so far this year, homes sales compare favorably to the same time last year.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:44

Mortgage rates inch higher

Those who sought a mortgage to refinance their relocations in the past week may have encountered higher rates.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:38

Fall sales activity in D.C. slower than usual

Most of the Washington, D.C. families that would normally be moving in the autumn have already made their moves, according to a report.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:35

Phoenix home sales retreat in October

Home prices remain low in the Phoenix area, though the affordable price tags have not stirred local moving activity significantly.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 09:41

Distressed inventories climb in Florida, Michigan

A new report shows that those trying to pack their moving boxes and sell their homes in Florida will continue to encounter low prices because of an inflated supply of distressed properties.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:15

Jacksonville homes coming at a steep discount

Buyers in Florida are moving to Jacksonville for the area's deeply discounted homes, reducing the local inventory by a significant margin.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:28

Computer crash brings New Orleans real estate to a standstill

Moving activity in New Orleans has come to a screeching halt as a computer crash that has persisted for nearly a month wages on.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:56

Survey: Neighborhood's appearance most telling safety characteristic

When they're considering moving to a particular neighborhood, most consumers feel they can trust their eyes to determine how safe the area might be.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:36

D.C. bucks national price declines

Those moving to Washington, D.C. may not be as concerned as many homebuyers that the value of their homes might decrease rapidly.

Monday, November 15 2010 10:32

Report: Many metros experience home price increases

In a positive sign for those moving away from their homes and looking to sell, home prices in a large number of metropolitan areas across the country rose during this year's third quarter.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:06

Nevada maintains grip on foreclosure lead

Moving to Nevada remains an affordable proposition, given that the state continues to lead the country in distressed properties, giving buyers more inventory to choose from.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:39

D.C. sales down, but prices stable

Though home sales were down in the Mid-Atlantic region in October, experts say that a steady stream of relocating workers was able to help area home prices stabilize.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:35

Bay State's housing market tied to jobs

More people won't pack their moving boxes in Massachusetts until the state's jobs market sees some level of improvement.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:09

Condo demand fuels rising Miami home sales

A large number of families moving into area condominiums was able to push Miami home sales for September to the highest level seen in four years.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:07

Nashville prices up, but home sales lag

Relocating families in Nashville have been able to price their homes for more, but the lack of buyer incentive means that they're having a hard time finding someone to sell to.

Wednesday, November 10 2010 10:06

Connecticut home sales decline

A large number of Connecticut families may have already completed their relocations into new homes, and as a result, recent home sales activity has been fading.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:51

North Carolina top state for business climate

Business executives may want to consider moving to North Carolina, given that state's top ranking on a list of the country's best business clients.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:32

Texas Realtors report flat home sales year-to-date

Summer home sales dropped in Texas as the state experienced fewer relocations, though so far this year, homes sales compare favorably to the same time last year.

Tuesday, November 02 2010 08:44

Fall sales activity in D.C. slower than usual

Most of the Washington, D.C. families that would normally be moving in the autumn have already made their moves, according to a report.

Monday, November 01 2010 08:35

Report: Foreclosure inventories rising

A recent report shows that while foreclosure sales declined last month, there remains an elevated inventory of distressed homes for relocating families to choose from.

Tuesday, November 30 2010 10:22

Distressed inventories climb in Florida, Michigan

A new report shows that those trying to pack their moving boxes and sell their homes in Florida will continue to encounter low prices because of an inflated supply of distressed properties.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:15

Jacksonville homes coming at a steep discount

Buyers in Florida are moving to Jacksonville for the area's deeply discounted homes, reducing the local inventory by a significant margin.

Wednesday, November 24 2010 10:28

Massachusetts foreclosures freefall in October

Homesellers in the Bay State have had to compete with distressed properties when trying to sell their homes, though new data suggests there could be some relief in sight for these relocating families.

Friday, November 19 2010 10:12

Massachusetts foreclosures shifting to suburbs

A new report shows that there are more distressed units in Massachusetts suburbs compared to its cities, a trend that could mean relocating suburban families might have a tougher time selling their homes.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:13

Nevada maintains grip on foreclosure lead

Moving to Nevada remains an affordable proposition, given that the state continues to lead the country in distressed properties, giving buyers more inventory to choose from.

Thursday, November 11 2010 09:39

Brokers suggest care when buying foreclosures

The bloated inventory of distressed properties on the housing market has encouraged a number of buyers to consider moving into a foreclosed home for their substantial discounts.

Tuesday, November 09 2010 09:53

Stalled foreclosures drive down pending home sales

A new report from the National Association of Realtors gave one of the first impressions for how lender halts on foreclosure sales nationwide have stalled the moving plans of many families.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:39

Rental vacancies in Manhattan tick upwards

Landlords in New York City have enjoyed improved rental demand as more families were moving into apartments over the past few months. However, the latest industry report shows that vacancies actually rose last month.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:40

Report: Foreclosures over three years away from relief

It will take quite a while for the country to generate enough moving activity to eliminate the current shadow inventory of foreclosures - more than three years by one estimate.

Thursday, November 04 2010 09:00

Insurance a smart idea for tenants

Those moving into apartment would be well advised to protect themselves with renters insurance.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:53

Insurance a smart idea for tenants

Those moving into apartment would be well advised to protect themselves with renters insurance.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:53

Consumers regain confidence, seek mortgages

Experts say that a sharp rise in purchase activity for residential mortgages could mean that Americans are regaining confidence in the economy and might soon be calling up moving companies.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:17

Mortgage rates bounce back significantly

Rates on long-term fixed-rate mortgages took a sharp climb this week, though moving into a new home is still affordable for many.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:36

Rising rates deter mortgage activity

A number of families decided to hold off on their moving plans another week, a development that drove mortgage applications down.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:56

Rise in purchase applications precedes rate drops

Possibly anticipating Federal Reserve actions that would lower mortgage rates even further, relocating families drove purchase activity higher last week.

Monday, November 15 2010 10:25

Lenders caution against reducing mortgage interest deduction

The trimming of a key tax incentive that typically encourages the relocation of many homebuyers has drawn the attention of leaders from within the mortgage industry.

Friday, November 12 2010 10:10

Fed takes steps to lower rates

Families that are planning relocations may be able to benefit from an extended climate of housing affordability, as the Federal Reserve has announced steps that would keep mortgage rates low into the near future.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:38

Consumers regain confidence, seek mortgages

Experts say that a sharp rise in purchase activity for residential mortgages could mean that Americans are regaining confidence in the economy and might soon be calling up moving companies.

Monday, November 29 2010 09:17

Scorecard praises improvements in housing

In an evaluation of the housing market, the Obama administration hailed today's affordable homebuying climate, acknowledging that it allows many the reality of moving into a new home.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:37

Rising rates deter mortgage activity

A number of families decided to hold off on their moving plans another week, a development that drove mortgage applications down.

Thursday, November 18 2010 09:56

Fed takes steps to lower rates

Families that are planning relocations may be able to benefit from an extended climate of housing affordability, as the Federal Reserve has announced steps that would keep mortgage rates low into the near future.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:38

Insurance a smart idea for tenants

Those moving into apartment would be well advised to protect themselves with renters insurance.

Tuesday, November 23 2010 12:53

Nonsmoking apartments increasing in Chicago

Though it's common for smoking to be banned in certain public places, more families are encountering no-smoking policies when moving into apartments.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:40

Wealthy buyers leaning toward rentals

Even New York City's wealthiest consumers are moving into apartments, shying away from the luxury condominiums that have long been popular among that segment of the population.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:36

Rental vacancies in Manhattan tick upwards

Landlords in New York City have enjoyed improved rental demand as more families were moving into apartments over the past few months. However, the latest industry report shows that vacancies actually rose last month.

Friday, November 05 2010 09:40

Nonsmoking apartments increasing in Chicago

Though it's common for smoking to be banned in certain public places, more families are encountering no-smoking policies when moving into apartments.

Monday, November 22 2010 09:40

Kentucky college ranks as South's best

A strong record for academic success and unique benefits for students has many college freshmen packing their moving boxes and heading to Kentucky to study at Centre College.

Tuesday, November 16 2010 09:39

Wealthy buyers leaning toward rentals

Even New York City's wealthiest consumers are moving into apartments, shying away from the luxury condominiums that have long been popular among that segment of the population.

Monday, November 08 2010 09:36