Nov 9th, 2007 · Real estate has often been referred to as the one of the surest investments, and homeownership has long been part of the American dream. But in a market that seems to be in a freefall, buying may no longer be the safest bet.
Sep 18th, 2007 · John Hope Bryant, founder of Operation Hope, offers seminars on financial literacy in low-income communities in order to spur homeownership. Those who know little about mortgages and managing money were hurt most in the housing crisis.
Jun 29th, 2007 · How homeownership is viewed has changed from the asset it used to be. Consumers are using their homes for home-equity loans, which makes them a source of income rather than the debt they are. Shira Boss, author of Green with Envy: A Whole New Way to Look at Financial (Un)Happiness talks about how the mortgage meltdown reflects changing attitudes toward home ownership with Steve Inskeep.
Jan 16th, 2006 · Walking through the front door of your own home for the first time is a big deal. And for people who grew up as foster children -- without a home or in many different homes -- the moment can be unforgettable. In Atlanta, a group is helping former foster kids learn how to manage their money and, in some cases, buy their own homes.