Housing construction fell in February as winter blizzards held down activity in the Northeast and South. Construction - England - Business - Construction and Maintenance - Business and Economy... ... >

Canadians are taking a realistic look at the likelihood of rising house prices and mortgage rates -- but they are still ready to buy a home. ... >

Whether you're a home seller trying to boost curb appeal, or a new homeowner eager to take control of your new lawn, now is the time to break out your green thumb and give some love to your turf. ... >

Many real estate agents, brokers, and managers could profit from reading the book, "Checklist Manifesto", by Atul Gawande. ... >

The National Association of Home Builders says its housing market index slipped in March, as harsh winter weather and competition from foreclosed properties hurt builders' sales prospects. National Association of Home Builders - Home Builders - Real estate - Foreclosure - Business... ... >

For its coming out party, the Sunset Vine Tower threw a glitzy bash worthy of a Hollywood opening, complete with free food, booze and live music. Apartment - Hollywood Los Angeles California - Business - Travel and Tourism - Oceania... ... >

Negotiations continued between developer Larry Silverstein and the Port Authority who are trying to resolve an impasse over the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site before a critical deadline Friday. ... >

Kennedy Funding, a New Jersey lender to cash-strapped real-estate developers, has plenty of experience going after debtors who fall behind on their payments. But now it's Kennedy's turn to get squeezed. ... >

The Helmsley Carlton House is being sold to a partnership between private-equity firm Angelo, Gordon & Co. and Extell Development for about $170 million. ... >

Money Magazine reported today that buyers who wait to buy a home may be losing out on some very important incentives. First-time home buyer and move-up tax credits worth $8,000 and $6,500, respectively, expire April 30. Buyers who qualify get a dollar-for-dollar reduction in taxes or a cash payment if they don’t pay enough taxes [...]Home Buyers Advised Not to Wait is a post from: For Sale By Owner | Flat Fee MLS | Home Buyer Rebates... ... >

According to a Reuters/University of Michigan poll, 76% of consumers polled believe now is a good time to buy a home. Economists in the Reuters poll said the bottom of the housing market has probably been reached. Home prices unexpectedly slipped in December but the annual rate of decline slowed Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller indexes showed [...]76% Think It’s a Good Time to Buy is a post from: For Sale By Owner | Flat Fee MLS | Home Buyer Rebates... ... >

According to the Fed’s most recent “Home Owner Equity on the Rise is a post from: For Sale By Owner | Flat Fee MLS | Home Buyer Rebates... ... >