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Across the United States, selling a home is taking a bit longer than it used to. High prices and high mortgage rates are making buyers hesitate a bit more. Last month, homes for sale stayed on the market for an average of 53 da...

In October 2025, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates, which had a noticeable effect on the housing market. Many people looking to buy homes or refinance their...

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has alerted that 60,000 Americans who are escaping homelessness or domestic violence may lose their rental help by next year’s end if Congres...

Many people in the United States who don’t own homes are losing hope that they’ll ever be able to afford one. A survey from Northwestern Mutual, a life insurance company, found that over hal...

Earlier in the year, two apartment buildings in Chicago, home mostly to elderly people with lower incomes, were about to get a significant makeover to save energy.  The idea was to use a m...

As of June 2025, mortgage rates have seen a slight decrease, bringing the 30-year fixed rate down to 6.85%. This is a positive sign for individuals looking to buy homes in a period marked by economic uncertai...

As we head into 2026, the dream of owning a home can feel more difficult due to rising home prices and high rent costs. To make homeownership more achievable, more people are considering buying a house with a friend. H...

Losing a spouse is incredibly difficult, and many widows face tough financial decisions during an already emotional time. One common question is whether a widow can use her deceased husband's VA (Veteran...