Here's how hard it is to afford a home today vs. 25 years ago
A new report collected data on mortgage rates, home prices, and household incomes over 25 years to see how much harder it is to buy a home today than it was in 2000. Here's what the data found.
Average 30-year mortgage rate holds steady at 6.76%
A year ago, the rate averaged 7.09%.
Less than a third of Americans expect to buy a home in the next 5 years, poll finds
Homeownership rates aren't likely to increase substantially in the next few years, and most Americans aren't confident in the housing market, a new poll found.
Here’s where property taxes rose the most in the last few years
A new LendingTree analysis shows that property taxes rose in every major US metro between 2021 and 2023, with some cities seeing hikes of more than 20%.
Here's how much Americans need to earn to afford the median-priced home
Prices for homes are high in most markets, increasing the need for consumers to make more money to buy their next house based on a recent report.
Housing affordability report card: Only one state gets an A
A new report has ranked the most affordable states based on home prices, household incomes and construction efforts. Here’s a look at which states earned the highest grades.
US existing home sales fall more than expected in March
Home sales dropped 5.9% last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.02 million units, the National Association of Realtors said this week.
Starter homes cost $1 million in 233 US cities, Zillow analysis finds
The $1 million starter home is not just a California problem anymore, a recent Zillow analysis found.
Seattle sees big spike in home sales, but listings lag behind
Here's what this latest report means for home buyers and sellers.
Mortgage rates jump as tariffs hit markets; biggest spike in nearly a year
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week, according to the latest Freddie Mac data. Here's what to know.
March 2025 data shows home values flattening as sellers outnumber buyers
March 2025 saw more homes hit the market than buyers were ready for, flattening price growth and increasing inventory to the highest level since 2020.
More condos in US are selling below list price
Over half of the condos sold earlier this year were for less than the asking price, which is higher compared to last year’s sales, a new report finds.
5 best US cities to buy and sell a home right now, according to Zillow
Whether you’re searching for a home or considering putting yours up for sale, these areas have the best options for both.
Here's where apartment sizes are growing the most, according to report
Apartment sizes in some areas are on the rise given the demand for certain types in the rental market, a recent report shows.
It’s cheaper to buy than rent in these 32 cities, study finds
Renting is more affordable than buying in most U.S. cities, but 32 locations offer better buying options. Here’s where.
Average US mortgage rates ease for 2nd drop in 2 weeks: What to know
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. dipped lower for the second week in a row as spring homebuying season warms up. Here's what to know.
These Florida cities could see home prices fall
Florida is experiencing a housing affordability crisis and high insurance rates.
Spring housing marketing: New listings hit highest March level in 3 years
A new housing report shows that new listings have hit their highest level in three years. Despite this, the market still has catching up to do. Here’s what we know.
Here's how much you need to earn to afford a home in each U.S. state
Consumers shopping for a home need a substantial annual household income to afford one in certain states based on data in a new study.
Homebuilder unveils 'fire-resilient' neighborhood
A new community was unveiled in Southern California that is "designed to IBHS’s highest level of protection against direct flame contact, radiant heat and embers."