When you buy a home, these three things have to happen before you get your keys and start moving in.

Home prices may be rising, but they’re not yet out of reach for the average renter. In fact, home buyers willing to move to Detroit -- as well as a few other Midwest and Southern towns — can actually find quite a steal.

Student loans do not automatically disqualify you from home buying. Learn strategies to overcome high student debt and get a mortgage pre-approval.

There might be light at the end of the housing inventory tunnel. The latest data shows both single-family starts and residential construction permits were up last month — and experts say both are a sign of good things to come.

Moving into a new house can be overwhelming. But taking a few smart steps upfront will make the ordeal easier and safer.

The nation’s 100 most populated counties vary greatly in median age. And according to a new analysis, that age may influence local home prices, too.

You can buy and finance property in the United States, even if you're not a citizen. The foreign national mortgage takes many forms, from government-backed loans like FHA to private financing for non-residents.

Having a hard time selling your home? You might want to try Redfin. The online real estate brokerage is getting into the buying game with its latest Redfin Now service.

Buy a foreclosure and save money. In these top towns, your profit potential is higher, so consider them.

Buyers looking for a luxury home might be in luck. According to new data, the country will gain 23 more million-dollar housing markets by the end of next year.

There are several ways to improve an ugly credit score, and some work fairly quickly. The methods you use depend on why you have a bad FICO in the first place.

Buying a home after foreclosure is possible. If you're a former homeowner who wants to buy a again, find your options here.

House cleaning services are easier to find and engage today, thanks to home cleaning apps. You can select, schedule, pay and rate cleaning services online.

Want to sell your home to Millennials? Then you might want to upgrade the kitchen. According to a new survey, it’s the most important room in the house.

What is a good credit score, and how can you go from good to excellent? Find out here.

Like online mortgages, online business loans can make the process easier for borrowers. But there are some dangers for the unwary.

Today's jumbo mortgage rates are similar to those of standard conforming loans. But, they come with a different set of rules. Will you qualify?

Itching to get in on that fixer-upper trend? Then get ready to head to the Midwest. According to new rankings, that’s where most of the nations’ top home flipping markets lie.