The relief program was set to expire at the end of the month but has now been extended until June 30.

“Even people who are very wealthy will buy real estate without understanding what it’s going to cost them,” one financial planner warns.

Rapid temperature swings can lead to damage as homes are still coping with ice issues.

Americans are having fewer children than ever, which could stoke new and different homebuying preferences.

Rates have risen by more than 30 basis points since January, and the impact on purchase demand has been noticeable, Freddie Mac says.

Opendoor announced it will back buyers’ offers with cash to improve their chances in a bidding war, promising the seller the company will buy the home if the buyer is unable to get financing.

Painting is one of the easiest DIY home improvements, with some of the best results, but there are techniques for doing it right. 

The average mortgage loan process takes about 30 days from underwriting to closing. But many lenders are pushing out the timetable because of the deluge of applications.

The housing market is inventory-starved heading into spring, and buyers should brace for fierce competition.

In one metro area, first-time buyer purchases reached 71% of total sales.