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America’s 10 Richest Counties

There are 3,033 counties in the United States. Which 10 are the richest in terms of median household income? Not surprisingly, those near major economic centers rank high.

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Is More Fed-Led Stimulus On Its Way?

The Federal Open Market Committee released its April 2012 meeting minutes this week, revealing a Federal Reserve in the ready for additional monetary stimulus.

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Single-Family Housing Starts Powers Ahead

The new construction housing market continues to improve.

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Homebuilder Confidence Moves To 5-Year High

After a brief dip in April, the National Association of Homebuilders reports that the Housing Market Index rose 5 points in May to 29.

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Home Affordability Getting A Springtime Boost From Greece

Home affordability is receiving a boost from across the Atlantic Ocean this spring.

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How To Seal A Granite Countertop

To protect the granite in your home, be sure to seal your countertops at least once annually.

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Mortgage Rates Make New All-Time Lows (Again)

Conforming mortgage rates continue to drop.

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8-Fold Increase In “Improving Markets” Since September

The economic and housing recovery continues nationwide, but the recovery remains an uneven one.

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With LIBOR Low, Don’t Rush To Refinance Your ARM

Is your mortgage scheduled to adjust this season? You may want to let it.

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Reverse Mortgages : Pros And Cons

A reverse mortgage is exactly what it sounds like — a mortgage in reverse. Here’s some analysis on the program and how it could work for you.

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