By: Carrie Bay The Federal Housing Administration ( FHA ) is extending the temporary waiver of its property anti-flipping rule through the end of 2012. FHA rules typically prohibit insuring a mortgage on a home owned by the seller for less than 90 days....

Capital Economics expects the housing crisis to end this year, according to a report released Tuesday. One of the reasons: loosening credit. The analytics firm notes the average credit score required to attain a mortgage loan is 700. While this is higher...

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine When tackling home remodeling projects, you’ll find some projects pay off more than others at times of resale. Remodeling Magazine , in conjunction with REALTOR® Magazine, recently released findings...

2011’s federal energy tax credits of up to $500 for various home improvements are a far cry from what they were in 2009 and 2010. But if you upgraded to one or more of the following systems in 2011, you may be eligible to take a tax credit on your...

There are few things more frustrating to a seller than a home that sits on the market. It's stressful to keep a house in showing condition , and not selling can cost you lots of money. Use these tips as a quick guide to better your chances at selling...