Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

At the start of the traditional buying season, housing news is mixed.

Homeowners in need of a mortgage modification don’t need to wait until July 1.

Whites generally have recovered from the recession better than minorities.

Billionaire wins a big one in his mission to expose sellers of fake wine.

A jumbo mortgage is more readily available for the right type of borrower.

A proposed cap on tax deductions has charities worried.

The new head of Fannie and Freddie is mum on his plans.

Women investors want to learn more, but have to overcome their fear.

The new bidders at tax lien auctions are seeking big returns.

The expected wave of baby boomers moving to smaller homes isn’t happening yet.