January is the cheapest month to buy a home; here's how much you could save
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
Map: These are the hottest real estate markets in 2026
Buyers may see a slight upper hand in 2026 as analysts predict a more balanced housing market, but they warn “it’s not off to the races” yet.
Buyers may see a slight upper hand in 2026 as analysts predict a more balanced housing market, but they warn “it’s not off to the races” yet.
Saving for a down payment still a barrier for people looking to buy a home, Realtor.com says
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
List: People in these cities moved the most over the last year, data shows
New data reveals which U.S. cities see homeowners on the move the most – and why affordability and inventory are fueling the turnover.
New data reveals which U.S. cities see homeowners on the move the most – and why affordability and inventory are fueling the turnover.
Tampa Bay officials warn drawbacks on tax cuts
A set of four proposed constitutional amendments designed to reduce property taxes for Florida homeowners moved forward on Tuesday in the Florida House.
A set of four proposed constitutional amendments designed to reduce property taxes for Florida homeowners moved forward on Tuesday in the Florida House.
Here's the ‘most affordable’ city in the US for 2025
Here’s which city topped the list as the most affordable U.S. city, offering low home prices and strong buyer incentives.
Here’s which city topped the list as the most affordable U.S. city, offering low home prices and strong buyer incentives.
10 cities where homes still cost less than $300K
Here are the 10 most desirable cities where the average home still costs less than $300,000, according to a Realtor.com analysis.
Here are the 10 most desirable cities where the average home still costs less than $300,000, according to a Realtor.com analysis.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
The hottest home feature for 2025 might surprise you
Here's a look at which housing features are rising fast in home listings and which ones are trending down.
Here's a look at which housing features are rising fast in home listings and which ones are trending down.
What are portable, assumable mortgages?
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
50-year mortgage: Housing director calls Trump’s idea ‘complete game changer’
President Trump over the weekend floated the idea of introducing a 50-year mortgage – and appears to have the support of the federal housing agency. Here's what they're saying.
President Trump over the weekend floated the idea of introducing a 50-year mortgage – and appears to have the support of the federal housing agency. Here's what they're saying.
The 10 states where homeowners save the most on property taxes
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Thirteen US cities still have apartments under $1K despite rent surge
Rent prices continue to surge in some markets. However, affordable options still exist in certain parts of the country.
Rent prices continue to surge in some markets. However, affordable options still exist in certain parts of the country.
Solo women homebuyers 30% more likely to be denied mortgage than solo men: study
Analysts say the reason for the large disparity is two-fold.
Analysts say the reason for the large disparity is two-fold.
Nearly 1 in 5 homes slashed prices last month, despite falling mortgage rates
Buyers still have the upper hand in the housing market, with more homes to choose from and nearly 20% of sellers slashing their prices in September.
Buyers still have the upper hand in the housing market, with more homes to choose from and nearly 20% of sellers slashing their prices in September.
Potential homebuyers are giving up, survey finds
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
Mortgage rates are decreasing the most in these states, data shows
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
The best week to buy a home in 2025 is coming up soon: Here's when
During this week, buyers may see up to 33% more active listings than at the start of the year and save over $15,000 on average, according to the new report.
During this week, buyers may see up to 33% more active listings than at the start of the year and save over $15,000 on average, according to the new report.
Nearly 1 in 4 homeowners paid condo or HOA fees in 2024: See the map
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. homeowners paid HOA or condo fees in 2024. See how much they paid and where fees were highest across the country.
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. homeowners paid HOA or condo fees in 2024. See how much they paid and where fees were highest across the country.