Freddie: Mortgage Rates Are ‘Deal of the Century’

Freddie: Mortgage Rates Are ‘Deal of the Century’: “These low rates combined with high consumer confidence continue to drive home sales upward, a trend that is likely to endure as we enter spring,” says Freddie Mac’s chief economist.

‘Zombie’ Foreclosures Are Rising Again

‘Zombie’ Foreclosures Are Rising Again: Pockets of distressed properties continue to haunt certain areas, but the recent rise in vacant foreclosures is no cause for concern, economists say.

‘Zombie’ Foreclosures Are Rising Again

‘Zombie’ Foreclosures Are Rising Again: Pockets of distressed properties continue to haunt certain areas, but the recent rise in vacant foreclosures is no cause for concern, economists say.

Contract Signings Surge, But They Could Be Even Higher

Contract Signings Surge, But They Could Be Even Higher: Real estate pros are having a busy winter. Pending home sales climbed 5.7% over a year ago. Read more from NAR’s latest housing report.

The Share of Single Homeowners Is at Record High

The Share of Single Homeowners Is at Record High: More than 38% of U.S. homeowners are single.

Homeowners Sound Off on Their Biggest Housing Worries

Homeowners Sound Off on Their Biggest Housing Worries: Homeowners are sitting on a record amount of equity, so what has them so worried about housing?

How Buyers Can Instantly Improve Their Credit Scores

How Buyers Can Instantly Improve Their Credit Scores: But be aware: The better your scores are to start with, the more difficult it can be to improve them right away, financial experts say.