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The housing slump has made this the best buyer's market in decades. But does a new report signal the end of falling home prices?

Prospective home buyers were hoping that a $15,000 tax credit would be part of the economic stimulus plan passed by Congress last week. Unfortunately, it wasn't.

A successful home buying experience can depend on the agent chosen for the transaction. Ask about training and designations before interviewing realtors.

Housing prices across the country are now at record lows. But is now the right time to buy a home? The answer depends on each buyer's situation and goals.

Timely facts and figures are essential components of news reports. They allow the public to weigh the credibility of a story.

This may not seem like the ideal time to buy a house. But homes across the country are more affordable than they've been in a decade.

During the housing boom, it wasn't easy to afford a house in many major cities. Now that the nation is stuck in a housing slump, that's beginning to change.

With the housing industry slumping, sellers must take every step possible to set their residences apart. Those who don't may see their homes sit on the market for months.

President Obama's plan to cut the mortgage interest tax deduction for couples who earn over $250,000 targets a benefit that many will be hard-pressed to say goodbye to.

Want to know how much it costs to get your home ready for sale? Find out what professional sellers and stagers say and how much you should budget to stage your home.

The U.S. Census Bureau reports that the number of vacant homes in the U.S. has reached a record high. That's a problem because selling an empty home is no easy task.

Thinking of selling now, or at some time in the future? Consider the improvements that could make a difference in the selling price carefully.

Selling a home is a big deal. For most families, there is a large financial incentive to get it right. A new trend in real estate is "staging" a house for sale.

Housing prices are falling across the country. Home sellers are growing desperate. That doesn't mean, though, that buyers can get any home for bargain-basement prices.

It's a national obsession: Homeowners want to constantly know what their residences are worth. But a home's value means nothing unless it's time to sell.

Asking a simple question of the agent listing a home can cause you problems later as a buyer. Know the role of real estate agents, and who is on your side.