Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

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

“No pets allowed” is not an excuse landlords can use to prevent renters with disabilities from moving in with a service animal.

The U.S. housing market is looking attractive to large foreign firms.

This week’s economic data lineup is compressed, because of the President’s Day holiday. The early focus will be on the housing market. Later, inflation.

Spending on homes is fueling confidence about the overall economy.

Many housing markets in the Northeast are still on the decline.

The housing market still faces headwinds with the upcoming national debt limit debates.

Construction spending has been improving for six straight months.

The latest index on home prices is positive, but a fragile economy weighs down a recovery.

Here are a few tips for saving money on housing, transportation and groceries.