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.

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.

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.

Venmo, Bilt team up to reinvent rent and mortgage payments

Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.

Why are there so many fruit flies in Seattle right now?

Fruit fly season is at its peak right now, but there are some natural ways to prevent them and trap the ones already invading your space.

Iconic floating homes tour returns to Seattle’s Lake Union

Dreaming of life on the water? For the first time in seven years, the doors are opening to the public of several of Seattle’s most unique homes — floating houses on Lake Union.

'Seattle News Weekly': Seattle real estate, Seattle sports

On the latest episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchor Erin Mayovsky hosted Mike Ferreri-- a seasoned real estate agent and former Seattle sportscaster.

$79M Seattle-area home is now most expensive listing in Pacific Northwest

A new property listing in Bellevue has just hit the market, and it's priced even higher than the mansion Amazon's Jeff Bezos sold earlier this year.

Hand-built Vashon Island, WA castle hits market for $1.25M

If you've ever dreamed of living in a fairytale, a one-of-a-kind home on Vashon Island might make that fantasy come true — for $1.25 million.

Graceland faces foreclosure battle as Elvis' granddaughter fights to halt auction

Riley Keough, granddaughter of Elvis Presley and an actress, is currently engaged in a legal battle to prevent the auctioning of Graceland, Elvis's famous mansion.

Homes are overvalued in most of the US – and the problem is worse in these 5 states

An overwhelming majority of homes in the U.S. are overvalued as steep mortgage rates and an ongoing housing shortage push the price of real estate even higher.

Ballard 'Up' house now available for lease

A Ballard home cited as the main inspiration behind the balloon-suspended house from Disney's "Up" is now available for lease.

Baltimore sells $1 houses in effort to combat vacant home crisis

Baltimore, Maryland, city officials approved a program that would sell city-owned vacant homes for next to nothing at $1 for some applicable residents. 

Housing benefits could lure employees back to office, survey shows

Many companies are facing the ongoing dilemma of office versus remote work four years after the pandemic, with a new survey highlighting housing benefits as a potential solution.

Time to sell your home? Here are 3 questions to ask yourself

As someone deeply involved in the real estate industry for decades, I understand that selling your home isn't just a financial transaction; it's a significant life decision. 

Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit

President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.

Airbnb bans indoor security cameras to safeguard guest privacy

Airbnb has announced a ban on indoor security cameras to safeguard guest privacy. Previously permitted in common areas with disclosure, indoor cameras will now be prohibited entirely.