Q: I keep reading about federal housing tax credits for first time home buyers. Do you know if this is true and how can I get more details on the subject?

Q: I am looking into buying my first apartment. My concern is that I have only been with my current employer for 6 months and my question is whether employment history plays a major role in getting a mortgage or board approval?

Q:I agreed to buy a one bedroom apartment but now that I started working from home realize I need a second room to use as an office. Can I cancel and if so, how?

Q:I am a first time buyer, hoping to take advantage of the downturn in the housing market. Any tips that property virgins should know about?

Q: I am told that home owning is the single best investment a person can make. I would like to get started but am afraid that I will not be able to handle the mortgage payments on my own. Are there any tools out there that can help me calculate a budget that I will be able to afford, given my current salary?

Q: Looking at the housing market, I would like to take advantage of the low prices. I have a good credit rating but I don't have much in the way of a down payment. Should I wait six or so months to see how much money I can save to put down, or should I still go ahead and try to purchase now? Are there still any programs to help with a down payment?