USDA Loans: They’re Not Just for Homes in the Boonies

Have you checked out USDA loans?If you’re a low- or moderate-income homebuyer who doesn’t have a lot of money for a down payment and who needs lenient credit requirements, you (or your lender) are probably focused on FHA loans. But if you haven’t taken a look at USDA loans, you may be missing out on

How to Upsize Your Home When Growing Your Home Business

There’s more to upsizing for a home-based business than square footage and storage space. The house you select must be a productive workspace for you and anyone else who’s involved in your business. That means looking inside - inside your home and inside yourself to determine how best to organize an

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac rally as Ackman presses for conservatorship exit

The midterm elections could be a turning point for the release of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control, according to Bill Ackman.

New national home listing database is taking on Compass in the battle for control of real estate information

Heavy hitters in residential real estate joined the fight over who can see residential property listings. Their goal, they say, is to counter private listings.