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• Housing News
• June 9, 2026

Existing Home Sales Jumped in May in a Sign the Housing Market Is Finally Picking Up

Existing home sales were up 3.2% year-over-year, according to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

• Homebuyers
• June 9, 2026

More Homes, Lower Prices: Why Today’s Housing Market Is Favoring Homebuyers

For homebuyers waiting for better conditions, the market may finally be offering more reasons to step back in.

• Homebuyers
• June 8, 2026

The Best Places to Live in 2026 Are Affordable and Family-Friendly

As rising housing costs and pricier everyday essentials continue to reshape where Americans want to live, affordability is increasingly winning out over aspiration.

• Homebuyers
• June 5, 2026

Could the AI Boom Reshape Your Local Housing Market? What Homebuyers Should Know in 2026

The next hot housing market may not be driven by natural beauty, good schools, or lower taxes. It may be driven by artificial intelligence (AI).

• Homebuyers
• June 3, 2026

Best Places for Kids: The 10 Most Family-Friendly Cities in 2026

Where should families put down roots in 2026? A new ranking reveals the cities winning on schools, affordability, and family-friendly living.

• Homebuyers
• June 2, 2026

More Homes Are Hitting the Market This Summer. What Homebuyers Need to Know

This year, buyers have more homes for sale to choose from. Nationally, the number of new home listings reached their highest April level since 2022.

• Housing News
• May 27, 2026

The Typical Down Payment Just Hit a Four-Year Low. What It Means for Homebuyers

Here’s what buyers need to know about how a lower down payment can clear a pathway to homeownership.

• Homeowners
• May 26, 2026

The Best Advice for Selling a Home in Today's Market, According to Real Estate Pros

Here’s where smart home sellers gain an edge and how to position your property to attract offers.

• Housing News
• May 21, 2026

Mortgage Interest Rates Climbed, But Remain Lower Than a Year Ago

Mortgage interest rates climbed this week, but remain lower than they were a year ago.

• Homebuyers
• May 18, 2026

The Best Advice for Homebuyers Right Now, According to Real Estate Pros

Here’s how savvy homebuyers are approaching the spring and summer market and where to focus your strategy as you hunt for a home.