Learn why Fortune Magazine claims it's time to buy real estate. The reasonings make sense in Seattle, especiallly given the lack of new construction and condo projects over the last few years.

Find out about the national research NAR did to determine the equity of a homeowner based on price patterns in many metro areas.

The National Association of Realtors has done a report to show the breakdown of a homeowners equity over the past 20 years in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue area. Click on the link to see how your equity looks.

Read about how prices will increase by 2011 in Seattle.

Many people who go into foreclosure assume they are not responsible for the unpaid mortgage balance. But many banks are going after the homeowner long after the foreclosure takes place.

Find out about the newest tax breaks when purchasing energy-efficient products.

Find tips from the Wall Street Journal on what you should be looking for as a buyer of a condominium.

On May 1, a sweeping reform took effect that was meant to reduce the conflicts of interest in home appraisals while safeguarding the independence of the people who do them. Brokers and real-estate agents can no longer order appraisals. Lenders now control the entire process.

Good News in the Seattle Real Estate Market.