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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Consumers shopping for a home need a substantial annual household income to afford one in certain states based on data in a new study.
"Parties, prostitution, street takeovers": Will Houston regulate short-term rentals?
Houston city leaders are taking steps to regulate short-term rentals (STRs), a move prompted by growing concerns from homeowners about disruptive activities in their neighborhoods.
Houston city leaders are taking steps to regulate short-term rentals (STRs), a move prompted by growing concerns from homeowners about disruptive activities in their neighborhoods.
Study reveals states with the most overcrowded homes in the US
A new LendingTree study reveals that nearly 19 million Americans live in overcrowded homes, with California, Hawaii and New York topping the list for the highest rates of shared bedrooms.
A new LendingTree study reveals that nearly 19 million Americans live in overcrowded homes, with California, Hawaii and New York topping the list for the highest rates of shared bedrooms.
What homebuyers and sellers should expect this spring, according to Zillow
Lower mortgage rates could help energize both buyers and sellers, according to new Zillow research. Here's what to know.
Lower mortgage rates could help energize both buyers and sellers, according to new Zillow research. Here's what to know.
Mortgage demand rises as rates drop
Weekly mortgage demand surged 11% as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week. What does this mean if you're looking to buy, sell or refinance?
Weekly mortgage demand surged 11% as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week. What does this mean if you're looking to buy, sell or refinance?
Map: Here's the best month to list your home based on where you live
Listing your home at a certain time of year may boost your sale price, but it largely depends on where you live – and the data comes with a caveat.
Listing your home at a certain time of year may boost your sale price, but it largely depends on where you live – and the data comes with a caveat.
Here's how much house $300K, $400K and $500K buys you in each state
Those with a $300,000 budget to buy a house could get something up to 1,500 square feet on average across 25 states, according to a new GOBankingRates report.
Those with a $300,000 budget to buy a house could get something up to 1,500 square feet on average across 25 states, according to a new GOBankingRates report.
Black first-time homebuyers see strongest rebound despite affordability challenges, Zillow says
A new Zillow report shows Black first-time homebuyers are rebounding despite affordability barriers. Here's where the best markets are and why remote work is helping.
A new Zillow report shows Black first-time homebuyers are rebounding despite affordability barriers. Here's where the best markets are and why remote work is helping.
Mortgage rates fall for fifth straight week: What it means for homebuyers
The average 30-year mortgage rate has dropped for the fifth consecutive week, hitting an eight-week low. Here’s what it means for prospective homebuyers.
The average 30-year mortgage rate has dropped for the fifth consecutive week, hitting an eight-week low. Here’s what it means for prospective homebuyers.
Is it cheaper to rent or buy a home in 2025?
Whether you’re renting or buying a home in 2025, it’s likely putting an outsized dent in your wallet, depending on where you live.
Whether you’re renting or buying a home in 2025, it’s likely putting an outsized dent in your wallet, depending on where you live.