Chicago was the only metro area among the top 50 in the country to see a year-over-year decline in property listings, making the housing market more competitive.

"We buy homes" companies are procuring disaster-damaged properties for cheap. Survivors say they're taking advantage of tragedy.

The home at 7037 W. School St. in Wichita, seen here, is listed for $249,900. Provided photo Listed just lower than $250,000, this three-bed, two-bathroom Wichita home was built in 1975 and has ...