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.
Mortgage rates go up again this week – what’s the forecast for November?
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Existing home sales fall to lowest level since 2010
Sales of previously owned homes have fallen unexpectedly to a 14-year low.
Texas Housing Market: Buyers have more choices, more time to decide
Listings are taking longer to sell, so homes will need to be market-ready and priced well to attract offers, according to Jef Conn, chairman of Texas Realtors.
How many homeowners think their house is haunted? A majority, survey finds
Do you think your house might be haunted? If so, you’re not alone, a recent survey found.
Map: States where mortgage rates increased the most this year
Mortgage rates increased in all but six states in the first half of 2024.
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.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, but how will it impact Austin?
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates this week, but what will the impact be on Austin's real estate market? Olivia Vale with Roots Residential Group joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to break it down in this FOX 7 Focus.
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.
The major US cities where it's better to rent and better to buy
Is it better to rent or buy a home in your city? Here’s what a new study says.
Here's how much long-term renters spend on average, and most affordable states for renters
With U.S. home prices and mortgage rates still high, many Americans remain renters – often spending a large percentage of their income on housing.
Homeowners blurring their homes on Google Maps to deter burglars. How to do it
Criminals can use Google Maps to look for security cameras, side windows, fences, and more, cybersecurity experts say.
Here's where you can get the most (and least) apartment space for $1,500 a month
Wichita, Kansas offers 1,359 square feet of living space on average for a monthly rent of $1,500, while Manhattan offers a mere 228 square feet for the same price, according to a new report.
Rent prices in Austin drop 10% on average from last year: FOX 7 Focus
Rent prices in the Austin area have actually gone down compared to last year. Austin realtor Olivia Vale joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to discuss in this FOX 7 Focus.