Mortgage demand jumps as rates drop
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Zillow reveals 5 home trends for 2025
Consumers look for certain qualities in a home when considering buying one, but here are the trends you should know that may define the housing market next year.
First-time homebuyers are older than ever before, National Association of Realtors survey finds
The number of first-time homebuyers dropped to its lowest level in 2024 as the age for new homeowners climbed to a new record.
CEO makes bold prediction on housing market as trend signals positive outlook
Inter Ikea CEO Jon Abrahamsson Ring believes that the housing market will likely rebound before the end of this year amid rising mortgage rates.
Tiny space described as 'Harry Potter cubby' listed for rent in San Jose
A San Jose man is renting out a small space under a set of stairs, for "very cheap" with the promise to perform light chores. He said the space is big enough to fit a cot sits under a set of stairs.
Mortgage rates go up again this week – what’s the forecast for November?
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Here are the cities with the highest mortgage delinquency rates
Skyrocketing housing costs in the U.S. are making it difficult for some homeowners in certain areas to consistently cover their monthly mortgage payments, according to a recent report.
Nearly a third of voters say housing affordability may affect their presidential pick, survey finds
A recent survey shows that some voters may feel inclined to select the next president based on who they believe is best equipped to improve the nation’s housing issue.
Big Sur home made from giant wine barrels on sale for $3.3M. See inside
Have you ever loved wine so much that you wanted to live in it? Now you can, sort of.
What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop
The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.
Children's musician Raffi is selling his Canadian island home: Photos
Raffi is selling his Canadian island home with expansive ocean and mountain views for nearly $2 million.
Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey
The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.
San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban AI rent price-fixing software
San Francisco is putting a stop to automated price-setting for rent, arguing that software has scammed renters out of good prices for housing units.
More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds
A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.
Here are the best real estate markets right now, according to WalletHub study
These cities ranked near the top as the best places for housing for consumers. See the complete list.
This small Ohio town is the hottest ZIP code for home sales; see the list
Realtor.com ranked towns in these regions of the U.S. as the top markets for consumers to find housing in 2024.
Dream deferred: Portland couple with six-figure salary struggles to find home to meet their budget
Despite their combined six-figure income, the homeownership dream has soured for some young Americans.
As rental market cools, one-third of property managers offer things like free weeks of rent or parking
A new report from Zillow finds that property managers offered incentives on their rental properties in July as rent growth slowed.
San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban rental-price software
San Francisco is now the first city in the nation to ban the use of a type of software that large landlords use to set rental prices.
Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities
Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.