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Freeway views are hot: Homeowners cozy up to urban eyesores

LOS ANGELES – Robert Leviton’s loudest neighbor is a 12-lane freeway. The busy stretch of highway that runs alongside his townhouse complex is visible from his north-facing window...

DATE: May 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Pending U.S. home sales up

WASHINGTON â€“ Americans signed more contracts to buy homes in April for the third straight month, driving pending home sales to the highest level in more than a decade. The Natio...

DATE: May 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Mining claims cheap but complex real estate

The mining boom is long over for San Juan County, though as thrifty real estate hunters are aware, it left in its wake a trove of golden real estate opportunity. Provided the buye...

DATE: May 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Councilors compromise on construction defects law

Policies would protect builders from frivolous lawsuits

DATE: May 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. new-home sales jump to highest level in more than 8 years

WASHINGTON – Americans ramped up their purchases of new homes in April to the highest level since January 2008, evidence of a strong start to the spring buying season. The Commer...

DATE: May 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

U.S. builders increase home construction in April

WASHINGTON – Builders ramped up construction of new homes in April, suggesting that the market remains solid despite sluggish economic growth at the beginning of the year. Housing...

DATE: May 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Across the world, luxury-home sales get a reality check

WASHINGTON – The global luxury housing market lost some of its sheen last year as financial markets became unsettled and many wealthy buyers began to look for less expensive homes. ...

DATE: May 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Tips for home buying preparation this spring

High demand, low inventory means buyers must come prepared

DATE: May 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Home sales remain steady

WASHINGTON – Midwestern homebuyers helped spark a national increase in real estate sales during April, a sign that demand for housing remains steady despite rising prices and tight inventori...

DATE: May 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Builders remain confident

U.S. homebuilders’ confidence held steady in May for the fourth month in a row, reflecting an overall optimistic outlook for the new-home market even as the pace of sales has slowed recently...

DATE: May 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Labyrinths are winding their way into homeowners’ yards

Ancient idea has been repurposed as aid to mediation, healing

DATE: May 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Should you pay off your mortgage before retiring?

The answer may depend on your finances

DATE: May 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Business

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.