Buying a house is expensive. But there are some ways to rein in costs

The prospect of quick fixes is virtually nil. But there are a few basic steps that home shoppers can take to help rein in ...

Are You Saving Enough to Buy a Home in Your 30s or 40s? Compare Your Amount to the National Average

Many people in their 30s and 40s have been saving for a home for years. Here's how you stack up and what you may be able to do to save toward a home.