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Housing News
Why a Slower Housing Market Could Mean Better Deals for Homebuyers
Homebuyers hoping to score a better deal may have something working in their favor: fewer people are competing for homes.
Homebuyers
Home Price Cuts: How to Tell a Good Deal from a Dud
With home price reductions on the rise, buyers need to know how to tell the difference between a bargain and a home that isn’t selling for a reason.
Housing News
Mortgage Rates Fall for the First Time in Eight Weeks, Offering Homebuyers a Break
Mortgage rates fell to 7.32% this week, giving homebuyers their first weekly decline after seven consecutive weeks of increases.
Housing News
America's Most Expensive ZIP Code Just Hit $10.7 Million. Here’s Where Luxury Home Prices Are Soaring
Think home prices are high in your neighborhood? Try $10.7 million.
Homeowners
The 5 Ds of Real Estate: Why Major Life Changes Often Lead to a Home Sale
A new job, mounting bills, the loss of a loved one, the end of a marriage, or the desire to downsize may determine when a property goes on the market.
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Housing News
The 10 Best Markets to Find a Starter Home in 2026
October 19, 2026
For first-time homebuyers, expanding a search beyond a few preferred ZIP Codes may uncover more opportunities.
Homebuyers
Home Price Cuts: How to Tell a Good Deal from a Dud
October 23, 2026
With home price reductions on the rise, buyers need to know how to tell the difference between a bargain and a home that isn’t selling for a reason.
National Housing Data
Mortgage Rate
7.50% with 1.000 mortgage point
Median Home List Price
$419,250
Housing Inventory
1.2 Million
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