Fed Lifts Funds Rate to 4% In 12th Straight Increase

Fed Lifts Funds Rate to 4% In 12th Straight Increase
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates lifting the key federal-funds rate by a quarter percentage point to 4%, as evidence grows that the central bank intends to slow the economy down to prevent inflation from rising.

Philadelphia Housing Snapshot Spotlights a Healthy Market
Both prices and sales are increasing in the city but so is inventory. Condo construction is expected to more than double in 2006.

Four Key Factors to Consider When Hiring a Listing Broker
June Fletcher on why you should be choosy when selecting a professional to sell your home and what questions you should pose to the real-estate agents you consider.