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• Housing News
• August 28, 2025

Mortgage Rates Came Down. Will They Keep Falling?

Mortgage interest rates ticked down slightly, making purchasing a home a little bit more affordable for buyers.

• Housing News
• August 25, 2025

These Are the Hottest Zip Codes in the U.S. Real Estate Right Now. Did Yours Make the List?

The hottest places to live in America right now are in some of the coolest parts of the country.

• Housing News
• August 22, 2025

Looking for a Bargain? Home Prices Fell the Most in These 15 Popular Housing Markets

Many people would love to buy a home but worry they can’t afford to do so. However, it is getting a little easier to do so in many parts of the country.

• Housing News
• August 21, 2025

Buyers Snap Up More Existing Homes as Homeownership Becomes More Affordable

The real estate market picked up a little in July as existing homes became a little more affordable for buyers.

• Housing News
• August 21, 2025

Nearly 5 Million Homeowners Could Save Money If Mortgage Rates Fall to This Number

Almost 5 million homeowners are just a fraction of a percentage point away from potentially being able to save money on their mortgage.

• Housing News
• August 19, 2025

Good News Homebuyers. More Newly Constructed Homes to Soon Hit the Market

The number of homes under construction rose in July.

• Housing News
• August 19, 2025

Homebuyers Seeking Top Schools Will Pay Top Prices in the 10 Hottest School Districts

House-hunting families are facing a tough lesson in economics this year: top-rated public schools can drastically increase the price tag of a home in the area.

• Housing News
• August 12, 2025

A Fed Rate Cut Looks Likely Next Month. That Could Give the Housing Market a Boost

The odds of interest rates falling later this year just improved. This could be good news for homebuyers and homeowners who would like to refinance their mortgages.

• Housing News
• August 7, 2025

Mortgage Rates Dropped. Will They Fall Even Further This Year?

Mortgage interest rates recently came down—and many homebuyers and homeowners are wondering if they will fall further.

• Videos
• August 7, 2025

What is Mortgage Insurance? Why It Could Affect Your Bottom Line

Buyers generally pay mortgage insurance every month, rolled into their monthly payments.