A Mansion So Big, It Spans Two Towns

One of America’s most historic homes, a Vanderbilt-family home that played a key role in the creation of the League of Nations, is so large that it spans two towns. It is the largest shingle-style home in the country, and its landscaping was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, who also designed New

Mortgage Rates at Lowest Level in Months

Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.63%, the lowest since April, from 6.72% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.75% from 5.85%.

Hurricane Forecasts Hold Steady

Experts still expect a busier-than-usual hurricane season, though they're less certain about the outlook. Warm ocean waters could lead to more storms ahead.

New Construction Price Premium Hits All-Time Low

Newly built homes are more plentiful nationwide and a better value on a per-square foot basis, particularly in the South, Realtor.com said.