Buyer's remorse is likely to take on a more sinister turn in the coming months, as people who purchased their houses at the top of the market take out their frustrations on their real estate agents.... more

In a perfect world, a couple in the midst of a divorce would sit down together and calmly figure out what to do with their house. But, of course, this is not a perfect world.... more

There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to real estate. Each deal is different, and rarely does one go off without a hitch. But when it comes to divorce, selling a house becomes that much more comp... more

With the end of the year rapidly approaching, it's time to catch up on a few of the hottest topics this column covered since the first of the year:... more

It's that time of year when everyone makes bold predictions about what lies ahead in 2023. Just last month, the California Association of Realtors projected the average price of houses in the Golden S... more

Selling a property fully furnished is fairly common in vacation-home markets, where a house without furnishings can become a chore for buyers rather than an immediate retreat. But it's probably not a ... more

"The check is in the mail" is one of the great lies of all time. Another is, "I'm from the government and I'm here to help you."... more

As part of Uncle Sam's efforts to make housing more affordable, some lenders are starting to accept alternatives to expensive title insurance. But at what price?... more

The loan approval process can be a haunting experience, full of gremlins and "gotchas" that can jump out to derail your financing without warning.... more

An estimated 74 million home and condominium owners now live in properties governed by associations of their fellow residents. And to hear the Community Associations Institute tell it, the vast majori... more

The call couldn't have come at a better time for Beatrice Nwana. "I needed the money," she told me. It came out of the blue: "They contacted me. I don't know how they got my phone number."... more

Buying a house in the winter is a different animal, especially in colder climates where the weather can limit your ability to fully see a property.... more

You're not the only one working from home: so are thousands of government workers. And as a result, Uncle Sam's office needs have changed dramatically.... more

Confidence games come and go. But some seem to go on forever. Con artists are apparently still selling building lots in Florida, sight unseen, that turn out to be underwater swampland.... more

There are a bunch of ways to get out of your contract if you get cold feet. But failing to show up at the scheduled closing is not one of them.... more

The mortgage market is in for another big shift in a few months. That's when a sizable increase -- roughly 12% or 13% -- in the conforming loan limit appears likely to be announced. If so, it will bri... more

Yes, the combination of rising mortgage rates and house prices are probably insurmountable for many young homebuyers. But new research has found that what's really holding many of them back is the tru... more

Some renters would give up a bedroom in their current place and rent a smaller unit -- if it meant they could save more quickly for a down payment on their first home.... more

Some 25-odd years ago, I sent the family to the beach for the summer while I, all by my lonesome, refurbished the home manse.... more

As the world turns, so, too, does the housing market -- and right now, the market is slowly but surely turning in favor of buyers. As a result, sellers are likely to see the return of contingencies: t... more

Messy kitchens. Concierge services. Coworking spaces. Connections to local businesses.... more

At the same commission rate, real estate agents who sell an $800,000 house receive eight times the compensation of those who sell a $100,000 home. But does it take eight times the effort to sell the m... more

The tea leaves are lining up in favor of homebuyers who can afford today's higher mortgage rates.... more

Experts say that a 2008-style housing crash is unlikely to happen now, if only because lending standards are much tighter than they were prior to the Great Recession. Still, foreclosures are starting ... more

Calculating people are always looking for ways to separate the rest of us from our money. Such, it appears, is the case with Home Title Lock, an outfit that promises to "protect" you from home title t... more

You've paid an ungodly amount for your house. You've also paid more than you can believe in closing costs. But if you are like the typical homebuyer, your spending isn't over.... more

Three out of four homebuyers start their house hunt online. But if that's the extent of your search, you could be missing out on any number of places that fit your parameters.... more

Turns out the Five Man Electrical Band was wrong when they sang “Sign, sign, everywhere a sign” -- signs aren't everywhere. Not "For Sale" signs, at least.... more