A five-year rent freeze in Berlin, Germany, has been challenged as unconstitutional.
Takeaway contributor Beth Kobliner has tips for those who are grappling with the decision to pursue buying property or continue renting. Sara Hurley also weighs in. She and her wife just bought their first home after years of renting.
Home ownership is down in the recession, and renting is up. For many people, it simply makes sense.
The Fed meets today to consider raising interest rates. Louise Story, finance reporter for The New York Times, helps The Takeaway forecast the possible results if and when the Fed does change rates.