Consumer Action

7 Metro Areas Riding a Housing Bounce

New home building may be down but some existing homes are coming back.

Home Price Data at Odds With Sales Stats

Despite hopeful glimmers in housing, sellers are still slashing prices.

Consumer Action

The iPhone Economy: Is There App Inflation?

Some new apps have hefty price tags, but there's more to the story.

Deal of the Day

3 Ways to Save on Long-Distance Calls

Hold on to your landline without the cost of a long-distance plan.

Tax Tips

Home Buyer Tax Credit: Now, More Are Eligible

Boon to go beyond first-time buyers. What it means for real-estate market.

Deal of the Day

The Return of 401(k) Matching

Matching comes back but with a catch. What to watch out for.

Consumer Action

The Coming Home-Tax Credit: Worth the Wait?

There's a compromise in the Senate. What to consider before buying a home.

Consumer Action

Beyond California: New Foreclosure Hot Spots

New real-estate data include more than the usual suspects.

Consumer Action

Are You Missing Out on These 'Wellness' Freebies?

Free yoga? Cash for pounds? When your employer pushes you to be healthy.

Deal of the Day

Vetting the Fridge: Is Your Appliance Lying to You?

An audit of Energy Star is a reminder to check the numbers.