Business Owners in Disaster Areas: Beware Scams

Small business owners repairing storm damage are especially vulnerable to scams due to the many employees and contractors involved after a disaster.

Zillow: Builders Shift to Condos, Townhomes

Building attached homes helps reduce land costs and offers more affordable options for budget-conscious buyers.

NAR: Existing-Home Sales Slid 1.0% in September

Existing-home sales fell nationally 1.0% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.84 million. In the South, existing-home sales decreased 1.7%.

Mortgage Rates Much Steadier Today, But Still a Bit Higher

Mortgage rates jumped to their highest levels since late July yesterday.  Underlying market movement wasn't readily attributable to any singular headline or economic report.  Leading theories involve changes in election odds and more esoteric aspects of the bond market's plumbing. The dama