According to the Case-Shiller Home price index, published 9-29-2009, there has been Broad Improvement in Home Prices. Data through July 2009 shows that, although still negative, the annual rate of decline of the 10-City and 20-City Composites improved compared to last month’s reading. This marks approximately six months of improved readings in these statistics, beginning in early 2009. F igures continue to support an indication of stabilization in national real estate values. For more information visit the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices
