Anyone who's been on a great vacation knows how a beautiful spot can get the imagination going. Sunny beaches, mountain views, and seaside towns often lead to daydreams about packing up and starting over somewhere new, far from home. But while these are just fantasies most of the time, one …

Typically, there are fewer home buyers in the fall. Because of this, homeowners who sell after summer have to work a little harder to attract attention. This year, however, things are different. According to a new analysis from the National Association of Realtors' consumer website, the housing market hasn't cooled …

Americans' confidence in the housing market has bounced back, according to the results of the most recent Housing Market Index from Fannie Mae. The index – which asks Americans how they feel about buying and selling a home, mortgage rates, prices, their jobs, and financial security – showed consumer sentiment …

You don't need to be able to define exactly what makes a home green to know you'd like a home with energy-efficient features. All you really need to know is that an eco-friendly home can help lower your bills and improve your quality of life. That's why green features consistently …

The National Association of Realtors' Pending Home Sales Index tracks the number of signed contracts to buy homes each month. The index is a good indicator of future home sales numbers, since contract signings precede closings by several weeks. According to the most recent release, pending sales hit an all-time …

If you're trying to calculate how much house you can afford, the most commonly cited rule is that your mortgage payment should be no more than 28 percent of your monthly wages. And while everyone's situation and finances are different, it's a pretty good gauge. That's why ATTOM Data Solutions …

When there are more buyers than homes for sale, it can be difficult to find a home without compromising on your wish list. Maybe, for example, you wanted an extra fourth bedroom but have to settle for three. Or you can't find a home with as much outdoor living space …

The lack of available homes for sale has been getting a lot of attention lately. That's no surprise. When there aren't enough homes to accommodate interested buyers, prices rise and competition heats up. So, naturally, housing market observers have been watching to see if home builders can build new homes …

Sales of previously owned homes continue to improve, according to new numbers from the National Association of Realtors. Their existing-home sales report shows sales rose another 2.4 percent in August and are now up 10.5 percent over last year at the same time. Lawrence Yun, NAR's chief economist, says home …

In early spring, when coronavirus shutdowns began, few would've predicted that the summer housing market would be as hot as it turned out to be. Buyer demand rebounded quickly and home sales numbers surpassed year-before levels sooner than anyone could've expected. However, though the housing market's rebound is undoubtedly good …