NYC Rent Guidelines Board revotes to lower proposed hikes for 2-year leases
New York City’s Rent Guidelines Board revoted to alter its proposed rent hikes for some people living in rent-stabilized apartments.
Here are the cities paying off the most household debt in 2025
With household debt soaring nationwide, residents are paying off a ton of it in these cities.
More US cities now require six-figure incomes to afford rent: Here's where
Affordability is becoming a growing challenge for U.S. renters, with Zillow reporting that renters now need to earn over $100,000 to comfortably afford a typical rental in some cities.
500 housing units will be built on Staten Island's North Shore
New York City Mayor Adams announced his plan to build a mixed-income housing development on Staten Island's North Shore.
NYC Rent Board proposes new hikes for stabilized apartments
The board approved a potential increase of 1.75% to 4.25% for one-year leases and up to 7.75% for two-year leases, drawing fierce criticism from tenant advocates.
NYPD dismantles protest encampment in South Brooklyn over shelter plan
Residents in Sheepshead Bay were camped out for weeks to protest what they call a "bait-and-switch" homeless shelter plan.
Rent remains high across the U.S. despite months of declines, study finds
The average cost of rent spiked nationwide and housing in certain cities could be impacted by tariffs, according to a new report.
US cities with the most affordable rent in 2025
The cities with the most affordable rent were those that had rent as low as 15% of the median income.
Flooding threatens over 80,000 homes in NYC and suburbs by 2024: Report
A new report reveals that 82,000 homes across New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County could be lost to chronic flooding by 2040.
New Jersey town proposes controversial homelessness ordinance
The city of Summit is considering a new ordinance that would fine or jail people for sleeping, camping, or storing belongings in public places—sparking concerns about criminalizing homelessness.
NYC's new composting rules spark outrage from landlords
Landlords say the new law is unfair, arguing they can’t control tenant behavior but are still liable for violations.
Mortgage rates finally declining but may not go much lower
The recent dip in mortgage rates is encouraging for consumers searching for a home. Here's what you need to know.
How Trump's tariffs will impact lumber prices and the housing market
Canada is the source of about 70% of US lumber imports. Canadian lumber is now facing a nearly 40% tariff.
The most and least affordable cities for renters: Final 2024 data
Rental prices have spiked significantly making it more challenging for consumers to find housing in certain cities based on data from a new housing market report.
These NYC landlords are considered to be the 'worst' of 2024
This year's 'worst landlord' has multiple Bronx buildings with violations and evictions. Here's the full list.
6 major landlords accused of scheming to keep rents high, DOJ says
Several large landlords in the U.S. are being sued by the Justice Department for allegedly coordinating to keep Americans’ rents high. Here’s what to know.
Jimmy Carter's Habitat for Humanity legacy: 'He stood up for us'
President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn spent decades helping build thousands of homes with Habitat for Humanity.
NYC real estate twins, the Alexander brothers, arrested in FBI sex trafficking probe
The indictment alleges the brothers lured women to various locations for sexual assault, drugged victims, and, at times, involved multiple men in the attacks.
Bronx building collapse: Report claims engineer’s negligence as cause
Nearly a year after the partial building collapse in Morris Heights, Bronx, a new Department of Buildings report reveals alleged negligence by the engineer in charge.
New York passes law requiring landlords to notify tenants of bed bug infestations
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new law requiring landlords in New York to notify tenants about bed bug infestations within 72 hours.