Dated McMansions Are Taking Their Toll on Hinsdale's Housing Market
Shiny new houses from just a couple of decades ago have lost their luster in the western suburb.
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The power of real estate photos
Good pictures are crucial in marketing a home for sale. Just ask Clarissa and Mark Padilla, who were able to get a contract on their Sherman Oaks, Calif., condo unit...
Signs of housing turnaround
Chances are good that your housing market is showing some improvement, as prices have inched up and the amount of inventory for sale has scooted down in many regions. Median...
California leads the way in costliest homes
Six of the 10 most expensive housing markets in the country are in California, according to Coldwell Banker's annual Home Listing Report. At the top of the most expensive list:...
When a mortgage puts buyer at a disadvantage
For homebuyers who need to finance their purchase using a mortgage, a cash buyer can be their worst enemy. That's because when a buyer makes a cash offer, the seller...
When a mortgage puts buyer at a disadvantage
For homebuyers who need to finance their purchase using a mortgage, a cash buyer can be their worst enemy. That's because when a buyer makes a cash offer, the seller...
Keeping the house warm without breaking the bank
Homeowners can expect greater heating costs this winter, as the combination of a colder weather forecast intersects with higher energy prices. According to the most recent outlook from the U.S....
Some sellers make leap of faith
Tammy Winfield made every effort to depersonalize her home and keep it free of clutter. She even baked cookies before prospective buyers came in for a look, hoping that the...
5 ways to give balky buyers a little nudge
Flashy buyer incentives like a new car parked in the driveway or a flat-panel TV might grab headlines, but when it comes to actually enticing someone to buy a home...
Shop smarter for a mortgage
Brian Diez, a former military man, entered the mortgage business after a career as a stockbroker, figuring the field would offer him an altruistic benefit -- helping families buy their...