Though interest rates declined, loan demand fell last week because of economic concerns and problems with appraisals coming in too low. Read more >...

Several state and local programs are in the works that aim to sell foreclosed properties in hard-hit neighborhoods. Read more >...

Several local and state associations have used nearly $700,000 in grants from NAR to help prevent foreclosures in their areas. Read more >...

Some housing experts say the next logical step for helping home owners with negative equity is loan forgiveness. Read more >...

Access to good information and reasonable living costs are among the most important criteria for business-builders. Read more >...