Hidden costs of homeownership can add up to $15K annually
New windows, doors, paint, flooring, non-working wash machine ... the everyday expenses of owning a home are higher than ever, according to a new analysis from Zillow and [...]
Top rental areas for college grads for opportunities and affordability
Colorado Springs, Colo. has been named Zillow's top market for college grads in 2023, highlighting how, this year, markets with a smaller population, relatively affordable rents, and lots [...]
On the real estate front: Existing-home sales faded 3.4% in April
Not the greatest news: Existing-home sales decreased in April, according to the National Association of REALTORS. All four major U.S. regions registered month-over-month and year-over-year sales declines. The [...]
Home-buying costs could soar 22% if US defaults on its debt
The U.S. government defaulting on its debt, which could become a reality as soon as June 1 without intervention, could send the typical cost of a mortgage soaring by 22%. Mortgage rates rising [...]
Nearly half of Realtors find consumers are interested in sustainability
Going green is a big deal today and according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors, a majority (63%) of agents and brokers said promoting energy efficiency [...]
Pending home sales decreased 5.2% in March
Pending home sales decreased in March for the first time since November 2022, according to the National Association of REALTORS. Three U.S. regions posted monthly losses, while the South increased. [...]
Entry-level home shoppers likely to face spring bidding wars
Entry-level home shoppers are dealing with faster-rising prices and more competition than those after more-expensive homes, a new Zillow analysis finds. "Buyers shopping for the least-expensive homes this spring aren't noticing [...]
Gen Z would prioritize pets over partners and kids if buying a home
On National Pet Day, new research from Zillow found that many Gen Z adults would put their pets' needs ahead of those of their partners and their kids — or [...]
She sheds, steam ovens can help sell homes for up to $17,400+
Buyers who can afford a home in today's market appear willing to pay even more for luxuries that personalize their space. New Zillow research finds that listings touting chef-friendly amenities, [...]
Leasing study shows SEO lowers apartment marketing costs
Highrise, single-story, in the city or in a rural neighborhood ... A new study about lease acquisition showed data studied from 261 apartment properties nationwide over three months determined whether [...]