With less than three weeks to go before her house is to be demolished to make room for a new one, columnist Nancy Keates can’t figure out which roofing material to use for her new home.

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As Housing Downturn Continues, homeowners Hesitate to Remodel
Some Americans are holding off on remodeling projects as the real-estate market continues to sour, but others continue to spend.

Presidential Candidates Differ on Housing Issues
As Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama look to the March 4 primaries, Mrs. Clinton is more willing to embrace direct government intervention to solve the housing crisis.

Don’t refinance for the wrong reasons
Emergencies warrant move, but vacations don’t

Changing out windows tricky with aluminum siding
homeowner seeks advice on quality vinyl products

Pinpointing an Opportune Time To Build That Brand-New home
With interest rates falling should you purchase that dream house? June Fletcher offers tips on how to get the best deal.

real estate IRAs with checkbook control gain clout
Setup helps consumers save on annual fees, acquisition costs