Buying & Selling a Home

A look at the change in existing home prices over the past year.

You might not have to worry about capital gains tax when you sell a condo that's undergone capital improvements.

Prices in most cities are heading higher, but the eye-popping gains have mostly disappeared.

Find out where mortgage rates are headed.

Couples filing jointly who have lived in the house for at least two of the past five years can exclude up to $500,000 in profit from taxable income.

The lagging sector is new single family homes, where a shortage of skilled labor and buildable lots is holding back construction.

You start off your Saturday morning ready to tackle your to-do list, but somehow you end up on the couch, flipping through TV channels. Then you land on ...

What these small houses lack in square footage they make up for in clever design and savings.

Do some research first and set a limit on what you're willing to pay.

Let’s call it cause for optimism. After one of the worst housing collapses in history seven years ago, price declines have pretty much halted across ...

Eight years after one of the most severe housing market downturns in history, the slow recovery has finally stanched the bleeding of existing home values. ...

Thinking about selling? Here's how to tell if your home's price has gone up or down.

Most married couples can shield up to half a million dollars in home profit from Uncle Sam.

These home improvement projects, each costing less than $1,600, will enhance your home's appearance and boost its value. Take a look. ...

Paying off your mortgage will bring peace of mind, but there may be better uses of your money in the short-term.

Continuing care retirement communities offer a resort-like setting and care when you need it.

Tips from personal finance bloggers about managing the costs of buying and owning a home.

If you’re a first-time home buyer, Uncle Sam gives you a break on penalties for withdrawals used to buy or build a home.

When summertime rolls around, people hit the water -- from swimming, sailing, and fishing to floating on a raft or in a canoe. For thousands of Americans, ...

All those kids in their twenties and thirties who are living with their parents will eventually want their own homes.

Here are four things you need to do years before you start house-hunting to prepare yourself financially for the biggest purchase of your life.

The national median sales price for existing single-family homes was $191,600 in 2014's first quarter, according to the National Association of Realtors. ...

That New York City is home to the most millionaires in the U.S. probably doesn’t come as a shock. More surprising is the fact that the place with the ...

Vacation homes are once again a hot commodity for buyers who've got the cash.

Homeowners are sometimes hesitant to upgrade when it's time to sell. After all, you won't be living there much longer, and home remodeling efforts only ...

Imagine living in a home the size of a large SUV. Hard to do? Tiny homes are a practical and very affordable option for buyers ranging from young singles ...

When it comes to cheap living, don’t mess with Texas. Three of the ten cheapest cities in the U.S. can be found in the Lone Star State. Several Texas ...

Affordability aside, America's costliest cities often have a lot to offer residents: vibrant economies, diverse populations, interesting attractions and ...

It's a good time to buy, but renting is better if you're not ready to stay put at least five years.

How much you’ll need and what to expect when you apply for a mortgage.

Death of the borrower triggers the loan payoff, but the estate and heirs will never owe more than what the home is worth.

Beware of large special assessments to cover unexpected costs while associations are underfunded.

Moving to smaller digs frees you from the cost and time commitment of a house you no longer need.

Deciding what to keep or chuck can seem overwhelming, but you really don’t want to pay to move or store everything that won’t fit in your new place.

You can learn a lot about your housing needs from a trial run at downsizing or by helping a friend navigate the downsizing experience.

Think you're getting charged too much? Here are some tips to help lower your bill.

Most adjustable-rate mortgages come with three features, and sometimes a fourth.

After a surge in home values in most cities over the past year, prices will increase more slowly in 2014.

A look at what would-be home buyers can expect when attempting to qualify for a mortgage this year.

Next time someone calls you a "cheapskate," take it as a compliment. After all, frugality is the new black in these post–Great Recession times. Even ...

Use these strategies to pay less when using a professional mover.

Home prices and interest rates are rising but still reasonable, and that’s good for both buyers and sellers.

Whether you're buying or selling -- or both -- now is a good time to make a move. Staying put? You can tap your growing home equity.

If you plan to buy and are concerned about rising rates, don't procrastinate.

Tips from a few of our favorite personal finance bloggers on buying and selling a home, and refinancing and paying off a mortgage.

Family mortgages give borrowers an edge and lenders a healthy return.

Local leaders are recognizing the benefits of providing services that allow people to stay in their homes and communities.

Buy (or build) a vacation home now with an eye to retire there.

The surge in home prices is bringing back the frantic "have to buy now" mentality.