Research Briefs

By Andrea Brambila. Consequences of eliminating or limiting tax break for mortgage borrowers debated.

By Pete Carey. The mortgage interest tax deduction beloved by many Americans is a logical target for raising revenue to deal with growing deficits, a leading housing economist said Friday.

By Joshua H. Silavent. There is a long road ahead before the nation's jobless rate resumes a stable level – it currently stands at 7.9 percent. But positive trends in the labor market are emerging throughout California.

By Rob Wile. After the election, some commentators relaunched the argument over whether America has experienced a permanent blue state/red state split.

By Richard Guzmán. Like most luxury high-rises, the recently opened Apex in South Park offers commanding views of the Downtown skyline. On clear days, residents can see the Hollywood Hills.

By Roger Vincent. The $32-million NoHo Senior Arts Colony is intended for residents age 62 and over with interests in such pursuits as singing, acting, photography and writing.

By Debra Gruszecki. The Standard & Poor's Case-Shiller saga of home price escalation continues, given a September report that reflects six straight months of pricing gains.

By Adam Nagourney. After nearly five years of brutal economic decline, government retrenchment and a widespread loss of confidence in its future, California is showing tentative signs of a rebound.

By Pete Carey. As Congress looks for new sources of revenue to deal with the looming "fiscal cliff," a popular ingredient of the American dream could be on the chopping block.

By Paul Bubny. A rapidly accelerating recovery it ain't, yet analysts are taking courage from the latest S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices released Tuesday.