More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds
A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.
HHA accused of knowing about toxic contamination
Only on FOX, strong evidence has emerged that the Houston Housing Authority suppressed knowledge of toxic contamination when it asked the state to help fund a low-income housing project. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Geoogan reports on this shocking development.
Home buying, selling changes to go into effect
Beginning Aug. 17, there will be changes on how homes are bought and sold after the National Association of Realtors announced it would pay $418 million to settle lawsuits. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has a look at what this means.
As rental market cools, one-third of property managers offer things like free weeks of rent or parking
A new report from Zillow finds that property managers offered incentives on their rental properties in July as rent growth slowed.
Texas homes sell under list price in these counties, according to Stacker
Home prices continue to grow across the country, and Stacker has compiled a list of Texas counties where the most homes are selling below list price.
Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities
Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.
Nearly 1 in 4 US sellers cut home prices as inventory grows, Zillow report says
A recent report finds that sellers are slashing home prices to appeal to buyers in the market for housing.
Diddy's $70M Los Angeles mansion for sale following Homeland Security raid
Sean "Diddy" Combs is reportedly wanting to cut all ties with Los Angeles.
Housing affordability is Gen Z's top voting issue, Redfin survey finds
Rising housing costs are making it difficult for first-time buyers to secure a home, an issue concerning young voters ahead of November’s election.
US Department of Housing offers federal aid to Texans after severe weather
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will begin offering federal disaster assistance for Texans impacted by severe weather that began on April 26.
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.
Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says
The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.
Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%
The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.
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.
League City homeowners suing home builder
Only on FOX, three League City homeowners living in the same block filed a lawsuit against their homebuilding for allegedly causing dangerously high levels of mold. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has more on the exclusive story.
New Houston Housing Authority leaders gather
New leadership is in place at the Houston Housing Authority with angry residents and neighborhood activists welcoming the 'house cleaning' at the agency due to Mayor John Whitmire. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan has more on what frustrated critics are hoping will happen.
Home buyers need to make $47,000 more than in 2020 to afford a home
A new report from Zillow finds that some people are relying on financial gifts to help cover the cost of a down payment for a home or moving to low-cost cities to find affordable housing.
The two things Biden proposed to shake up the housing market
The president wants to make housing more affordable through a pair of tax credits. Here’s how it works.