Single-family permits fall 30% for first 10 months of '06
Surge of new listings impacts sales, prices
More money spent on schools, highways in October
30-year fixed rate at 5.65%; 10-year Treasury yield at 4.46%
Diary of a real estate rookie
30-year fixed rate at 5.66%; 10-year Treasury yield at 4.52%
Hiring may cut too deeply into profits during holidays
Program will teach job skills to students
Housing demand slips in South Carolina, Massachusetts
Economic weakness causes 3-week slide, surveys show
Real Living gives consumers online access to Ohio communities
Rising interest from prospective renters boosts confidence
Makes joint purchase, plans renovation
'Strong demand' characterizes market
Five states see declines in third quarter
Existing-home prices gain from last year
30-year fixed rate at 5.67%; 10-year Treasury yield at 4.5%
Lower interest rates impact new purchases only
Median price rises modestly
Large metro areas see greatest losses