Cathie Ericson

Money talks, but a low price isn’t the only reason that sellers might reject your offer. Find out other mistakes you may be making.

Most home buyers have in their minds a list of real estate "deal breakers." But these red flags may actually spell a deal in disguise.

Row houses are single-family homes that are built in a row, with a common wall and often a common look. They are desirable, historical and rare.

Before you start house hunting, you should learn how to prepare to buy a home. Here’s a checklist of everything you should do to get your ducks in a row.

A room-by-room guide to help you keep rodents, pests, and other critters out of your house. It’s all good advice for winter-proofing your house.

We went to the ultimate home-buying insiders, real estate agents, and asked them how they bought their own homes. What they said may surprise you.

What is a penthouse? If you're lucky enough to live in one, it means you have arrived. The very word "penthouse" denotes luxury and exclusivity.

There are some topics you shouldn’t bring up when getting a mortgage, because they wave unnecessary red flags. Here are a few—and why they cause concern.

Making an offer that wins the house can be easier said than done. Don’t blow your chances with any of these common home offer mistakes.

The housing market may be hot, but there are no guarantees for sellers. Check out our tips on how to turn up the heat and spark a bidding war for your home.