The Flip Board

Existing-home sales climbed in July, rising more than expected, but inventories expanded and prices kept dropping. The median home price was $212,400 in July, down 7.1% from a year earlier.

There's no guarantee that the housing market will turn around soon—but some builders are offering discounts that make it worth jumping now. June Fletcher offers tips on how to negotiate for a great deal.

The U.S. Treasury will likely be forced to inject funds into Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, some top economists think, but they're not sure whether it will be enough to bolster the sagging economy.

This week brings several key gauges of housing, and they are mostly expected to keep moving in the wrong direction.

Tropicana decided to put one of its riverboat casinos on the auction block after delaying for months a proposed $220 million sale.

This week's housing-market data won't erase the souring situation surrounding Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, but could bear a silver lining if the rate of price declines shows signs of moderation.

High gas prices and environmental concerns are making more home buyers interested in bike-friendly neighborhoods. Seeing a market, some real-estate agents are leading clients from house to house on two wheels instead of four.

After years of pitched battle, a homeowner reaches détente with her grass.

Obama hammered at McCain's personal wealth after his GOP rival said he wasn't sure how many houses he owns. The attack is the latest sign the Democrat is adopting attack politics to define his opponent.

Japan has seen a raft of property developers go to the wall this year as banks have refused to refinance their loans. Analysts say the bankruptcy filings are likely to set off a vicious cycle that will weigh on the sector's shares in the coming months.