Buying A House In A Down Market
Follow these five tips to get a leg up on rival bargain hunters.
All-In-One Mortgage A Good Option For Thrifty Buyers
"Offset" mortgages combine a checking account, home-equity loan and mortgage into one account.
Trade Properties To Keep The Taxman At Bay
Swapping baseball cards in your youth can help you understand these like-kind exchanges.
Do You Need A Real Estate Agent?
There's no guarantee that realtors will act in your best interest, but it may be worth hiring one anyway.
Secure A Mortgage - Even If You're Self-Employed
Convince lenders that you're a good bet despite your lack of a steady income.
Conquering The LTV Calculation
Learn how lenders use loan-to-value to price your mortgage, and how the subprime mess saved low-LTV loans.
First-Time Homebuyer Guide 
Follow this step-by-step guide to make your homeownership dreams a reality.
The Benefits Of Using A Real Estate Attorney
Property transactions are complex and subject to specific state/local rules. A professional can simplify the process.
Finding A Listing Agent
Don't go it alone in the real estate market. We'll show you how to find the help you need.
Four Overlooked Homeownership Costs
Mortgage payments aren't the only expense. Find what else you'll be on the hook for.
Measuring The Benefits Of Home Ownership
Price appreciation is the biggest factor, but it's not the only thing to consider.
Five Mistakes That Make House Flipping A Flop
If you're just looking to get rich quick, you could end up in the poorhouse.
Get A Round-Trip Investment With International REITs
Avoid being left behind as REITs expand beyond U.S. borders.
Add Up Costs To Score Cheapest Mortgage
What looks like a good deal often amounts to hidden costs. Learn to find and avoid them.
Top 10 Features Of A Profitable Rental Property
Find out what factors you should weigh when searching for income-producing real estate.
Interest-Only Mortgages: Home Free Or Homeless?
These loans can be beneficial, but for many borrowers, they present a financial trap.
Selling Your Home In A Down Market
Find out what you can do to improve your chances of having a quick sale.
Defeasance Reduces Commercial Real Estate Fees
Try this alternative to short-term variable-rate financing when using leverage to buy property.
Is A Housing Co-op Right For You?
Find out the rules and obligations before buying.
Sell Your Rental Property For A Profit
Being a landlord can be taxing, especially when you want to sell. Find out how to reduce your burden.
Rate Freeze To Cool Mortgage Meltdown
The U.S. government is offering help to subprime borrowers. Is this a cure or a curse?
Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac, Boon Or Boom?
These two companies are crucial to the mortgage market, but are they ticking timebombs?
CDOs And The Mortgage Market
These structured products contribute to keeping borrowing rates low.
No Longer Nomads: The History Of Real Estate
From caves to condos, we look at how homo sapiens hunted for a home.
The Rise And Demise Of New Century Financial
A case study in how poor planning toppled a subprime mortgage giant.
Who Is To Blame For The Subprime Crisis?
From lenders to buyers to hedge funds, it appears everyone has blood on their hands.
The Fuel That Fed The Subprime Meltdown
Take a look at the factors that caused this market to flare up and burn out.
Why Housing Market Bubbles Pop
Home price appreciation is not assured. Can you withstand the volatility in this market?
The Emergence Of Global Real Estate
Find out how this sector can occupy a unique role in a diversified investment portfolio.
American Dream Or Mortgage Nightmare?
Option adjustable rate mortgages could make or break your home-buying experience.
Tips For The Prospective Landlord
Investing in rental property can generate serious income, but there's more to it than collecting rent.
Smart Real Estate Transactions
If you have property to sell and want to avoid capital gains tax, a Section 1031 exchange may be the answer.
ARMed And Dangerous
In a climate of rising interest rates, having an adjustable-rate mortgage can be risky.
Paying Off Your Mortgage
This may be the biggest debt you'll ever incur. Learn why you should retire it sooner rather than later.
Mortgages: The ABCs Of Refinancing
Learn how the various reasons for doing it can mean the difference between financial prudence and ruin.
Shopping For A Mortgage
It starts with knowing your choices as well as your price range. We show you how to get there.
Mortgages: Fixed-Rate Versus Adjustable-Rate
Both of these have advantages and disadvantages depending on your financial needs and prospects.
Mortgages: How Much Can You Afford?
Answering this means number-crunching as well as factoring in other considerations and expenses.
Understanding the Mortgage Payment Structure
We explain the calculation and payment process as well as the amortization schedule of home loans.
Understanding Your Mortgage
We walk through the steps needed to secure the best loan to finance the purchase of your home.
To Rent or Buy? There's More To It Than Money - Part 2
Your lifestyle, level of commitment and the trade-offs need to be carefully weighed.
To Rent or Buy? The Financial Issues - Part 1
Thinking of buying a home? We look at the initial and ongoing costs as well as the so-called benefits.
The Reverse Mortgage: A Retirement Tool
Discover another way to fund your retirement without having to make payments on a loan.
Basic Valuation Of A Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)
Find out why funds from operations is a superior measure of REIT performance.
The Impact of Interest Rates on Real Estate Investment Trusts
REITs are high-yield investments, but do they have an inverse relationship with interest rates? Find out.
What Are REITs?
Looking for an income security that rivals small-cap stocks? It may be time to learn about real estate investment trusts.
