U.S. Home Prices Down 0.4% in April

On a year-over-year basis, prices rose 3.0%, with the South Atlantic region up 1.6%. Monthly changes varied by region, from -1.3% to +1.2%, the FHFA said.

Clever Ways to Make Tiny Rooms Look Bigger

Bold, space-saving furniture and mounted sconces maximize small rooms. Glass walls, mirrors and reflective finishes boost light. Calm colors unify without clutter.

Pets Drive Home Buying

About one-fifth of recent home buyers considered their pet when choosing a neighborhood, a share that increases among unmarried couples and single women buyers.

Mortgage Rates Lowest Since May 1st

Mortgage rates ended the previous week roughly in line with the best levels since May 1st.  Today's modest improvement made it official.  Mortgage rates are primarily a function of trading levels in the bond market and bonds have had a few reasons to move at the start of the new week. Ther