Most Earning Under $50K Struggle With Housing

Most Earning Under $50K Struggle With Housing

A new study found of those earning under $50,000 who struggle to afford housing, 21% have delayed or skipped medical treatments while 15% have worked a side hustle. NEW YORK — Nearly three-quarters (74%) of U.S. residents who earn less than $50,000 per year sometimes,...
Exurbs Surge Across U.S. for Affordable Living

Exurbs Surge Across U.S. for Affordable Living

By Mike Schneider Exurbs, communities located beyond a city’s suburbs, are attracting newcomers by blending rural charm and suburban sprawl with affordable housing. HAINES CITY, Fla. — Not long ago, Polk County’s biggest draw was citrus instead of people....
My Safe Florida Condo Program Launched

My Safe Florida Condo Program Launched

By Amy Connolly The program, similar to My Safe Florida Home, provides services to protect residences against storms and reduce insurance premiums. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The My Safe Florida Condo initiative officially launched this week, offering free inspections and...
Redfin: Big Jump in Existing Home Sales

Redfin: Big Jump in Existing Home Sales

October existing home sales rose 1.6% month over month and are on track to finish this year higher than last year. SEATTLE — Existing home sales rose 1.6% month over month in October — the biggest gain since January 2022 — to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of...
Dec. 4: Best Day of the Year to Buy a Home

Dec. 4: Best Day of the Year to Buy a Home

Buyers see the lowest premiums in late fall, with November and December offering the smallest increases above market value, a real estate analytics company said. IRVINE, Calif. — Dec. 4 stands out as the best day of the year to buy a home, while November’s 7.3%...
Mortgage Rates Ease, Ending 6-Week Climb

Mortgage Rates Ease, Ending 6-Week Climb

By Alex Veiga Rates on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.78% from 6.79% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.99% from 6%. NEW YORK — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. edged lower this week, ending a six-week climb. The...