With markets unable to stand alone, everything depends on public policy
Housing optimists can't deny market indicators
All regions except the West see monthly increase
RealtyTrac: Q3 discounts best in 5 years
Commission report targets tax break for homeowners
Real estate price index: declines in 15 of 20 metros
NAR: Tight credit, low appraisals holding back sales
LPS data shows impact of robo-signing
Economist: Low interest rates are not enough
Users can view local statistics, reports
Perspective: Real estate's November report card
CoreLogic says REOs could weigh on price appreciation, exacerbate declines
Unemployment weighs heavily on survey data
Commentary: Don't let ignorance shut down the Fed
Census: 48% of renters 'burdened' by housing costs
CoreLogic index: 29% decline from April 2006 peak
