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The housing market is calcifying
Open up any newspaper property section recently, and you'd be forgiven for thinking property prices were falling off a cliff. “Early warning signs” cries one commentator; “Mortgage approvals down!” another. The article…
The investors fleeing US housing market
Institutional investors were exiting the U.S. housing market even before President Donald Trump said he wanted to bar them from purchasing single-family homes, according to a new study by Parcl Labs—but their exodus has been accelerating in…
Students face 'overwhelming' fear of 'scary' housing market
Huge numbers of young people across the UK feel 'scared' and 'overwhelmed' when they rent for the first time, according to new research. The 'Understanding Renters in 2025 report' surveyed working professionals and students renting privately in the…
March 2026 housing market forecast: Key factors impacting home buyers and sellers this month
A glacial improvement in home affordability is occurring. While it can be statistically proven, it may not feel dramatic enough to change many buyers' or sellers' plans just yet. Here is the housing market forecast for March 2026. Jim Breeze…
Richmond housing market update: The Baby Boomer Effect
RICHMOND, Va. — When Adrienne and Drew Cleveland decided to sell their home in Henrico's West End and relocate to Richmond's Northside, they quickly discovered what many buyers in the area already know: finding the right home in this market…
Calls for more control of private equity in Connecticut housing market
Some argue action is needed with rising rents and house prices amid the growing role of private equity in the state. Others believe the industry can help increase the housing stock in Connecticut. Stream Connecticut News for free, 24/7, wherever…
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The Housing Shortage Intensified in 2025
The shortage of housing inventory got worse in 2025, according to Realtor.com, which found that the market needs 4 million more homes to meet buyer demand. Limited housing inventory is a key driver of elevated home prices. The housing shortfall was…
Homeowners keeping housing market stagnant by staying put
Rising tenure kept inventory tight even as rates eased and prices softened in some markets The typical US homeowner now stays in their home for 12 years, up from 11.8 years a year earlier and close to the longest stretch on record, according to a…
Google searches for 'can't sell house' at all-time high - expert warns of housing crash 'worse than 2008.' Do this now
Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. Search behavior can be a real-time window into economic stress, often revealing signs of financial strain before they appear in lagging official…
Housing market short 4 million homes as construction lags
Underbuilding, missing households and policy hurdles kept the ownership ladder out of reach The US housing market entered 2026 still short more than 4 million homes, with new construction in 2025 once again failing to keep up with household…
News Wrap: Lutnick will testify in House investigation into Epstein
Meantime, another member of Trump's Cabinet has agreed to face questions on a separate issue. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will voluntarily testify in the House Oversight Committee's investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Big property tax cut fails in Georgia House
On Tuesday, the House considered a revised proposal to assess taxes on single-family homes based on 10% of their fair-market value, rather than 40% of their value currently. The change would have be phased in over a decade. To help backfill the…
Outrage over video of RAT enjoying beer at Pittsburgh tap house
A popular Pittsburgh bar is facing backlash after a rat was spotted sipping beer beneath the taps. The Urban Tap, located on the south side of the city, was forced to issue an apology for the horrifying rodent problem, which was exposed by a…
Live results: Foushee fights to keep House seat in primary
Tuesday's Democratic primary race for North Carolina's 4th Congressional District is a repeat of the 2022 contest between Rep. Valerie Foushee and Nida Allam, a Durham County commissioner backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.). Although the seat…
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8 Landscaping Updates Real Estate Agents Always Recommend Before A House Hits The Market
When prospective buyers are scrolling Zillow or driving by in person, the first thing they notice is your home's curb appeal. It immediately sets the tone for how well the property has been maintained, shaping their expectations before they ever…
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