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.
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.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
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 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.
Bilt expands rewards program with new cards for renters, homeowners: What to know
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
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.
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 real estate markets for retirees in 2026, data suggests
With millions of Americans set to retire this year, housing in these markets provide nice choices to settle down.
With millions of Americans set to retire this year, housing in these markets provide nice choices to settle down.
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.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
January is the cheapest month to buy a home; here's how much you could save
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
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.
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.
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.
List: People in these cities moved the most over the last year, data shows
New data reveals which U.S. cities see homeowners on the move the most – and why affordability and inventory are fueling the turnover.
New data reveals which U.S. cities see homeowners on the move the most – and why affordability and inventory are fueling the turnover.
Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Mortgage delinquencies are increasing across the U.S.; see which cities are most affected
The increasing cost of living has left many homeowners struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments.
The increasing cost of living has left many homeowners struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments.
Report: These 3 Florida cities have worst foreclosure rates in America
Florida led the nation in foreclosures in October, according to ATTOM's October 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, and the top three major cities with the worst foreclosure rates were all in the Sunshine state.
Florida led the nation in foreclosures in October, according to ATTOM's October 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, and the top three major cities with the worst foreclosure rates were all in the Sunshine state.
Windermere mega-mansion hits market for $5.5 million
A newly built luxury home in a gated Windermere community is listed for $5.5 million, offering nearly 7,000 square feet of modern design and high-end amenities, including a resort-style pool, a six-car garage and a two-story closet.
A newly built luxury home in a gated Windermere community is listed for $5.5 million, offering nearly 7,000 square feet of modern design and high-end amenities, including a resort-style pool, a six-car garage and a two-story closet.
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.
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.
Here are the 10 most desirable cities where the average home still costs less than $300,000, according to a Realtor.com analysis.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
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.
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.
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.