Featured Real Estate News

New Initiative Seeks to Abolish Property Taxes in South Dakota

A new initiative has begun to push for the eradication of property taxes in South Dakota. KOTA reports Abolish Property Taxes South Dakota is circulating a petition that will create a ballot referendum designed to end property taxes in the state. The group will need...

New Initiative Seeks to Abolish Property Taxes in South Dakota

by Phil Hall | Mar 17, 2026

“To me, this petition is all about freedom,” said Julie Frye-Mueller, a former state senator who is one of the leaders of this initiative. Continue Reading New Initiative Seeks to Abolish Property Taxes in South Dakota

Illinois Home Prices Rising While Sales Decline

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

Illinois recorded 9,207 home sales during November, a 9% decline from the 10,123 properties sold one year earlier. According to data from Illinois Realtors, the 21,305 homes available for sale statewide last month were 5.1% less than the 22,449 homes available in...

Report: Typical Household Needs 7 Years to Save for a Down Payment

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

The typical household needs seven years to save for the average down payment, according to a new data report from Realtor.com. This is down from the peak of 16 years recorded in April 2022, although it remains well above the pre-pandemic level. In many expensive...

Pending Home Sales Up 3.3%

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

Pending home sales were up by 3.3% in November from the prior month and up by 2.6% from one year earlier, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). On a regional measurement, pending home sales were up month-over-month and year-over-year in the...

News & Current Events

HUD Secretary Turner: 50-Year Mortgage Plan Needs More Research

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner declined to endorse President Trump’s proposal of a 50-year mortgage plan to help reanimate the housing market, stating the idea needed to be studied further before being put forth as a solution to the...

Florida GOP Governor Candidate Proposes Down Payment Program with Funds from Israeli Bonds Divestment

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

The 30-year-old James Fishback has gained visibility through media appearances where he spoke in favor of President Trump’s agenda. Continue Reading Florida GOP Governor Candidate Proposes Down Payment Program with Funds from Israeli Bonds Divestment

Washington Lt. Gov. Proposes Turning Vacant Strip Malls and Big Box Stores into Housing

by Phil Hall | Dec 29, 2025

“If done correctly, it’s a win, win, win, win, win,” said Lt. Gov. Denny Heck. Continue Reading Washington Lt. Gov. Proposes Turning Vacant Strip Malls and Big Box Stores into Housing

Exclusive News

Three Multifamily Properties Adjacent to Utah Governor’s Mansion to be Demolished

Apr 23, 2025

The state paid $7.2 million over the past few years to buy three residential buildings. Continue Reading Three Multifamily Properties Adjacent to Utah Governor’s Mansion to be Demolished

Dynamic City Capital Expands into Luxury Spa Resort Market

Apr 23, 2025

The property features 137 rooms and suites, a full-service spa, and curated wellness programs. Continue Reading Dynamic City Capital Expands into Luxury Spa Resort Market

242-Unit Multifamily Property in Suburban Minneapolis Sells for $59.5 Million

Apr 23, 2025

The Liberty has 55 townhomes and 187 apartments that range from 568 square feet to 1,536 square feet. Continue Reading 242-Unit Multifamily Property in Suburban Minneapolis Sells for $59.5 Million

CAPREIT Acquires 2 Apartment Communities in Maryland

Apr 23, 2025

CAPREIT plans to undertake $5 million in capital improvements on the properties. Continue Reading CAPREIT Acquires 2 Apartment Communities in Maryland

New Home Sales Up 7.4%

Apr 23, 2025

Sales of new single-family houses in March were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 724,000, according to estimates released by the US Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This is 7.4% above the February rate of 674,000 and is 6%...