Homebuyers gain upper hand in 3 major cities as inventories grow
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
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.
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.
2026 real estate trends: More people coming to Washington
U-Haul is reporting a surge of newcomers in Washington, but with mortgage rates still above 6% and single-family rents spiking nearly 20% since 2021, is relief anywhere in sight?
U-Haul is reporting a surge of newcomers in Washington, but with mortgage rates still above 6% and single-family rents spiking nearly 20% since 2021, is relief anywhere in sight?
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.
Seattle single-family rents spike nearly 20% since 2021, bucking U.S. trend
The report highlights a growing divide between Seattle and the rest of the country.
The report highlights a growing divide between Seattle and the rest of the country.
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.
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.
Seattle home listings jump again as prices soften statewide
Housing inventory in December was met with buyer hesitation. What this latest data means for buyers and sellers in 2026.
Housing inventory in December was met with buyer hesitation. What this latest data means for buyers and sellers in 2026.
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.
City of Renton plans meeting with owners of dilapidated office building
The city of Renton tells Fox 13 they have a meeting scheduled with the owners of a former Boeing office building, after it fell into a state of disrepair. The city tells us ION Renton LLC is appealing city-imposed fines. The meeting between ION Renton and the city is scheduled for December 11th.
The city of Renton tells Fox 13 they have a meeting scheduled with the owners of a former Boeing office building, after it fell into a state of disrepair. The city tells us ION Renton LLC is appealing city-imposed fines. The meeting between ION Renton and the city is scheduled for December 11th.
Seattle’s office vacancy rate tops nation at 27% as experts predict slow recovery
Seattle now has the highest office vacancy rate in the country at around 27%, far above the national average of 18%, according to CommercialCafe.
Seattle now has the highest office vacancy rate in the country at around 27%, far above the national average of 18%, according to CommercialCafe.
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.