Housing market shift: Austin forecasted to favor buyers over sellers
Real estate website Knock.com is projecting that the nationwide seller's market is cooling from its historic highs and that it's moving toward favoring buyers.
Homebuyers are taking back their bargaining power, survey shows
Approximately 92% of homeowners accepted 'some buyer-friendly terms' when selling their home last month.
More than 20 million US households are behind on utility bills
Experts warn mass shutoffs are coming.
Mortgage rates increase as market reacts to expected Fed rate hike, experts say
Rates for the 30-year mortgage are back up again this year over concerns that the Federal Reserve will again raise interest rates.
Cooling housing market: Idaho, Colorado, Utah sellers drop prices in July
Here are the top 10 U.S. cities that had the highest share of sellers who dropped their asking prices in July as more buyers backed out of the market.
How to best cover your property against floods
With a hyperactive Atlantic hurricane season now underway, up to 20 named storms this year could have an impact on many coastline communities.
Attorney claims letter notifying Mesquite mother of eviction trial was forged after he asked for it
An attorney fighting the eviction of a Mesquite mother is making a strong accusation that a letter notifying his client of her eviction trial date was forged and placed in her file after the date had passed.
Airbnb testing 'anti-party' algorithm to enforce ban on big parties
More than 6,600 Airbnb guests were suspended last year for violating the company's ban on parties.
Here are the 10 'hottest' ZIP codes for home buyers in America
Many of 2022’s “hottest” ZIP codes are in the U.S. northeast, while the Midwest and South each managed to snag a spot, according to the report. Did yours make the list?
California retirement community hikes elderly couple's rent by $1,000/month: 'That has to be a mistake'
Residents at a Southern California retirement home are seeing their monthly payments go up by more than $1,000 a month, leading some to question whether they'll still be able to afford to live there.
Rent in Texas: How much you need to make per hour to afford it
According to the report, workers cannot afford modest one-bedroom apartments in 91% of U.S. counties.
Here’s how much the average 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom rent is in America
Nationwide rent prices continued to climb in August 2022, according to a new report. Here’s a look at how much renters are paying on average this month, and when the market could level off.
This is how much home prices grew in the second quarter
Home prices surged in the second quarter, nearing a record high, according to Fannie Mae. Here's how homeowners can tap into their home's value.
Texas drought may be impacting your home's foundation
As the soil struggles, especially in the Texas heat, so can the foundation of a home.
Here are the 10 cheapest US cities for renters in 2022
Rents in many U.S. cities continue to remain high, particularly along the coasts. But renters in the heartland are enjoying more affordable prices, as well as some areas of the South.
US new home sales drop to lowest level in 2 years
New single-family home purchases tumbled 8.1% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 590,000 units, the lowest level since April 2020.
Real estate sales in Austin pause but experts say it's not a bust
The Austin Board of Realtors can provide a comparison from a year ago. June 2021 had less than a month of housing inventory.
Homeowners learn about defensible space as Texas drought conditions worsen
Defensible space is basically clear space between your house and the heavier brush or trees. That space helps weaken a fire and gives firefighters area to fight any fire that approaches your home.
Colorado, Utah, Idaho metros had biggest share of sellers dropping home prices in June
Boise had the most sellers drop their asking prices. Denver and Salt Lake City were next as fears of inflation and recession rise.
'The Godfather' mansion on Airbnb
Airbnb has an offer you can't refuse if you're a fan of 'The Godfather' movies.