Some say the pendulum has swung too far since the 2008 housing crisis. Others warn that looser standards for who qualifies for a mortgage once led to disaster.

People with low interest rates should be holding on to their mortgages. Instead, they're accelerating their payments.

The Social Security trust fund is on track to hit zero by 2032. Ten experts share their predictions about who will get benefits.

Experts say the U.S. needs an additional 2 million to 20 million homes to fix the shortfall, underscoring the challenge of meeting the nation’s housing needs.

Many taxpayers stand to collect larger refunds this year from the IRS, whether they itemize or not.

Research shows 1 in 5 families face child care hardships because of the expense, with single mothers most affected.

Concepts about starter homes seem inconsistent with today’s prices and expansive floor plans, leaving many first-time homebuyers with few options.