What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
Want to buy a home in 2025? Here's where mortgage rates will land
Realtor.com's 2025 housing forecast released Wednesday indicates mortgage rates will come down next year. Here's what buyers can expect.
New York's population shrinks by 100K+ in 2023: Here's where they moved
The U.S. South attracted the most Americans to move to the region last year, including thousands of New Yorkers.
Mortgage demand jumps as rates drop
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae backing bigger home loans in 2025
The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.
Here's what the housing market will look like in 2025
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.
Competition for homes is easing the fastest for buyers in these markets
New construction and recovering U.S. inventory are helping to tilt more markets in favor of buyers in the South, as well as a few other areas, according to Zillow.
Zillow reveals 5 home trends for 2025
Consumers look for certain qualities in a home when considering buying one, but here are the trends you should know that may define the housing market next year.
First-time homebuyers are older than ever before, National Association of Realtors survey finds
The number of first-time homebuyers dropped to its lowest level in 2024 as the age for new homeowners climbed to a new record.
Nearly half of recent buyers have mortgage rates below 5%, Zillow says – here's how
Although average rates are much higher, 45% of buyers who have purchased a home in the past year report having a rate below 5%, according to a new Zillow survey.
Existing home sales fall to lowest level since 2010
Sales of previously owned homes have fallen unexpectedly to a 14-year low.
Florida residents planning to sell homes, leave the state after hurricane season: 'We're done'
After back-to-back storms this hurricane season, many residents are planning to sell their homes to either move out of flood zones, or out of the Sunshine State completely. Some wasted no time with a contract for a new home.
Big Sur home made from giant wine barrels on sale for $3.3M. See inside
Have you ever loved wine so much that you wanted to live in it? Now you can, sort of.
Focus turns to Manhattan Turkish Consulate building after Adams' indictment
Mayor Eric Adams faces allegations of using his influence to expedite the opening of the Turkish Consulate in NYC, despite safety concerns. Now, officials are calling for a re-inspection of the building’s safety.
Growing number of millionaires opt for renting over buying homes: Report
Add a small number of millionaires to the ever-growing list of Americans who have delayed – or disregarded– homeownership.
Children's musician Raffi is selling his Canadian island home: Photos
Raffi is selling his Canadian island home with expansive ocean and mountain views for nearly $2 million.
Mortgage rate drops, more inventory may give homebuyers 'window of opportunity' this fall
Lower mortgage rates and rising inventory could give potential homebuyers a “window of opportunity" in the offseason, according to Zillow.
Here are America's 'fastest-growing suburbs' with home values under $500K
If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.
Map: Here are the states with the most 'stale' home inventory
Here are the states with the highest percentage of “stale" inventory, or homes still on the market after 30 days without going under contract, according to Redfin.
Map: Here's how long it takes to sell a house in your state
The median number of days on the market – or the number of days a home sits before going under contact – varies depending on where you live.