
How Soon Can You Tap Home Equity?
Homeowners can tap equity soon after buying if they have 15% to 20% equity. The best rates go to those with more equity, strong credit and low debt.

Storm Season Forecast Slightly Dialed Back
Researchers lowered their Atlantic hurricane forecast to 16 named storms, 8 hurricanes and 3 major storms, citing slightly cooler sea temps.

Investors Buying Growing Share of U.S. Homes
Investors purchased 265,000 homes in the January-March quarter, an increase of 1.2% from the same period a year earlier, a new report found.