Since 2020, U.S. home values have risen by 45.3 percent. In other words, more than 10 years of typical home value growth has been packed into a five-year period, a new report from Zillow shows. Continue reading
Prospective homebuyers have a better shot at securing a dream home as sellers continue to lower listing prices, according to a recent analysis by Zillow. Despite persistently high mortgage rates, buyers are capitalizing on these price reductions to neg… Continue reading
Even with an uptick in new listings, homebuyers aren’t rushing into the market. Instead, demand has dipped, leaving a growing supply of homes sitting as buyers remain hesitant about their next move, according to Redfin’s latest data analysis. Over the … Continue reading
As wildfires rage across California, destroying over 9,000 homes and displacing thousands of residents, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have emerged as a critical housing solution five years after being approved in Los Angeles. ADUs, also known as gran… Continue reading
Mortgage rates continue to be a thorn in homebuyers’ side into the new year, as evidenced by a downturn in contract signings despite greater home tour activity. Redfin’s latest market report revealed its Homebuyer Demand Index, a seasonally adjusted me… Continue reading
Prices hit record highs in 2024, making affordability just as big a problem as it was on the eve of the 2007 housing bust. But this time, prices in most markets are expected to decelerate, not fall. Continue reading
In August, nearly half of all U.S. homes had been on the market for 60 days or more, according to Redfin. Days on market has ticked up as high rates have slowed sales. Continue reading
For about the last four years, home price growth in the overall market outpaced growth in the luxury sector every month. But since January 2024, that trend has reversed, Zillow reported. Continue reading
Homebuyers need to earn an income of more than $150,000 to afford homes in 14 out of the 50 biggest metro areas as of April, according to Realtor.com. But in San Jose, buyers must earn at least $361,000. Continue reading
Two railway workers in the Bay Area are facing felony charges for allegedly building secret apartments in two train stations. Continue reading