Post Malone’s childhood home in Texas hits market

The childhood home of musician Post Malone hit the market in Grapevine, Texas, this week.

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.

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.

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 Trump teases plan to increase home buying
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President Donald Trump teases a plan which could allow potential home buyers to tap into potential retirement plans and put them towards a down payment on a house.

More homes in Texas sold for over $1 million in 2025 than ever before

A record-setting number of Texas homes were sold for $1 million or more from Nov. 2024 to Oct. 2025, according to the 2025 Texas Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Report released by Texas Realtors. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Texas city ranks as strongest home buyer's market in US

Four other major Texas cities are also considered strong buyer's markets, where home buyers tend to have the advantage in negotiations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.