Home sales plunge, while housing affordability hits best level since March 2022, data finds
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
This Bay Area city is the least affordable in the world to buy a home: study
A new analysis of home price affordably found that the city with the least affordable housing market in the world was in the Bay Area.
A new analysis of home price affordably found that the city with the least affordable housing market in the world was in the Bay Area.
Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Trump distances himself from 401(k) down payment plan for homebuyers
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
Bilt expands rewards program with new cards for renters, homeowners: What to know
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Home prices are falling fastest in these California metros
From Austin to San Diego, home prices are finally cooling off—these are the the top 5 cities where buyers are finally getting some leverage.
From Austin to San Diego, home prices are finally cooling off—these are the the top 5 cities where buyers are finally getting some leverage.
This historic Bay Area estate was one of the most expensive homes sold in the U.S. in 2025
A historic Bay Area compound was named among the 10 most expensive homes sold in the U.S. in 2025.
A historic Bay Area compound was named among the 10 most expensive homes sold in the U.S. in 2025.
These are the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
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.
Mickey Rourke blasts 'embarrassing' GoFundMe fundraiser to help him pay his rent
Mickey Rourke has publicly denounced an unauthorized GoFundMe launched by his management team, calling the effort to pay his $60,000 back rent "embarrassing" and "humiliating."
Mickey Rourke has publicly denounced an unauthorized GoFundMe launched by his management team, calling the effort to pay his $60,000 back rent "embarrassing" and "humiliating."
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.
Bay Area home prices fall, marking largest annual price decline in California, figures show
New figures show statewide home sales rose for the third straight month, but the Bay Area is bucking that trend, with the region experiencing the biggest annual decline in California in both home prices and sales.
New figures show statewide home sales rose for the third straight month, but the Bay Area is bucking that trend, with the region experiencing the biggest annual decline in California in both home prices and sales.
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.
List: New California laws taking effect in 2026
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.

















