Homeward Bound

Calculating whether or not you can afford to buy a house means examining your budget, spending habits, and how a mortgage...

The inventory of homes for sale has been lower than normal for years now. There are a number of reasons for this. One factor...

Lending standards aren't fixed. That means qualifying for a mortgage can be easier – or more difficult – depending on when...

The S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index is among the most closely followed measures of U.S. home prices. The index, released...

Whether or not you think now is a good time to buy a house may depend on your age. According to a newly released survey from...

The Mortgage Bankers Association's monthly measure of credit availability keeps track of how easy or difficult it is for...

Naturally, affordability is a top factor among home buyers. After all, whether or not you can afford to buy a home is the...

Fannie Mae's most recent Home Purchase Sentiment Index finds Americans optimistic about mortgage rates. In fact, the survey...

The S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices is considered among the leading measures of U.S. home prices. It tracks home values...