U.S. Housing Market
House Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill
The bill did not include President Trump’s focus to restrict institutional investors from buying single-family houses. Continue Reading House Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill
Kansas Senate Considers Ending the State’s Property Taxes
A retail purchasing surcharge would replace the property taxes as a revenue source. Continue Reading Kansas Senate Considers Ending the State’s Property Taxes
Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
For the fourth quarter of 2025, there was a total of 111,692 properties with foreclosure filings, up 10% from the previous quarter and up 32% year-over-year. Continue Reading Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
Looking ahead into 2026, Zillow expects slow but steady home value growth, falling mortgage rates and rising incomes to contribute to a nationwide improvement in affordability. Continue Reading Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
The average loan size for new homes increased from $378,063 in November to $380,607 in December. Continue Reading December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
FTC to Reimburse Consumers Impacted by Home Improvement Finance Firm
The FTC will send checks and PayPal payments to 960 affected consumers. Continue Reading FTC to Reimburse Consumers Impacted by Home Improvement Finance Firm
Capital One to Close Discover’s Home Equity Lending Business
The company said it “will continue to process applications that are in progress.” Continue Reading Capital One to Close Discover’s Home Equity Lending Business
Housing Inventory Expands, But Delistings Are Also on the Rise
Delistings are growing faster than active inventory at 31.5%. Continue Reading Housing Inventory Expands, But Delistings Are Also on the Rise
Gannett in Partnership to Bring Real Estate Listings Across USA Today Network
Later this summer, USA Today will also launch “Homes Across America,” a photo gallery spotlighting homes across the country in a mix of styles and price ranges. Continue Reading Gannett in Partnership to Bring Real Estate Listings Across USA Today Network
Skydan Equity Partners Debuts ‘Buy Before You Sell’ Program
“Millions of homeowners face the stress of having to sell before buying—or risk losing out on their dream home,” said James Stillo, president and CEO of Skydan Group. Continue Reading Skydan Equity Partners Debuts ‘Buy Before You Sell’ Program
Report: Fewer Canadians Seeking to Buy US Homes
Historically, Canadians have made up the largest portion of international homebuyers in the US. Continue Reading Report: Fewer Canadians Seeking to Buy US Homes
New Partnership Seeks to Educate Prospective Homebuyers
The Future Homebuyer Initiative will consist of 10 events across the country. Continue Reading New Partnership Seeks to Educate Prospective Homebuyers
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of June 30-July 4
Property tax reform in Missouri, the future of Pope Leo’s childhood home, and Kim Jong Un’s beachfront resort. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of June 30-July 4
Who Wants to Buy Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mansion? Answer: No One
Lopez and Affleck, who married in July 2022, acquired the 38,000-square-foot estate in May 2023 for $60.8 million. Continue Reading Who Wants to Buy Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mansion? Answer: No One
$3.48 Million LA Home Now Available for Cryptocurrency Purchase
The 4,545-square foot residence within the 0.44-acre property is within a 24/7 guard-gated and patrolled community. Continue Reading $3.48 Million LA Home Now Available for Cryptocurrency Purchase














