Sales of previously occupied homes plunged in July despite low mortgage rates, in part because of an expired tax break, an industry group reported.
Home sales off nationally, locally 24 August 2010
Home sales nationally reflected Albuquerque?s slowing market in July, after the expiration of the home buyer tax credits. Nationally, existing-home sales were 27.2 percent lower in July, while the Duke City recorded a 24.22 percent decline.
Cisneros: Worst over for Colorado housing market 24 August 2010
Colorado?s housing market will continue to face challenges, but the worst appears to be over, according to national housing expert Henry Cisneros, a former Cabinet secretary who was in Denver on Tuesday.
Portland home prices rise in July 24 August 2010
Portland real estate data for July mirrored national trends, with home prices rising and overall sales plummeting.
Communities go solar together, save money 24 August 2010
A group of neighbors, called "Solarize Salem," is the latest in a wave of grass-roots efforts around the country to connect homeowners interested ...
Mortgage rates rise slightly from record lows 24 August 2010