More than 300,000 subprime ARMs are scheduled to reset this summer, raising loan payments for many homeowners. That may create more trouble for the slumping housing market.

The Richmond Highlands neighborhood in Shoreline is a sleepy, older suburb that features affordable homes and a close-to-everything location.

Congress is expected to pass legislation after the July 4 recess that provides relief for homeowners facing foreclosure, but also may make buying homes easier for those in high-priced markets like Seattle.

Lenders often tack a variety of fees on top of the mortgage rate you are quoted.

Buyers who put no money down to buy their property are finding they have no equity to draw on as housing values tumble.

Click on the attached chart to see the average Seattle-area rates for 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed and 1-year adjustable-rate mortgages...

Real-estate classes, seminars and events MON "Stop Renting: Smart Home Buying" — educational homebuyer seminar. Discover the step-by-step essentials...

Martha Stewart's tips on reviving an old bathtub, fighting fungal leaf spots on rhubarb and taking a road trip with a pet bird.

A downspout drain from the roof gutter into the house leaves home inspector wondering, "What the heck where they thinking?"

Design ideas for hiding an air-conditioner window unit and adding a little drama to chair covers.

Tips on how to remove mildew from tub caulk, fix a chipped fiberglass shower, save a poorly stained deck and clean a seepage stain.

Events for July 5-6 Family fun Milk Carton Derby at Seafair Sat Nearly 100 milk-carton crafts competing for prizes, shore activities include...