Make six figures? Here’s how much you must earn to afford a house in 2024
New data shows how much money you need to make in order to comfortably afford a house in your city in 2024.
Series of reported home heists, stubborn squatters in New York lead to new laws
In one case a woman's Queens home was taken over by a man and a group of subletting squatters. Police arrested the homeowner when she tried to change the locks in order to keep them out.
House flipping down nearly 30% as profits drop, data reveals
Gross profits on home flips sank in 2023, the real estate report revealed.
Squatter charged after allegedly taking over $1M Queens home
Initially the alleged squatter said that he was a 'legal tenant', forcing police to arrest the homeowner instead for changing the locks as he pushed his way inside.
Is it better to rent or own in NYC?
Living in the city comes at a price – and it isn't cheap. Finding rent under $2,400 is nearly impossible and average mortgage rates are around $3,460. Here's our answer.
NYC unveils plans for 62-story office tower on Park Avenue
NYC Mayor Eric Adams helped unveil plans to build a new 62-story office at 350 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan.
Upper West Side residents call for change over seemingly endless scaffolding
Some residents on the Upper West Side and most New Yorkers in general are fed up with the scaffolding spectacle that some buildings in the city have turned into.
For the price of a home in LA, you could’ve bought a skyscraper in St. Louis
A recent sale of one of the tallest buildings in St. Louis fetched $3.6 million, a stark contrast to the regular sales of homes in LA for twice that amount, underscoring the tumultuous nature of the current real estate market in America.
Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%
The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.
How much you need to make to afford a home in NY, NJ, CT
The salary needed to afford a home in the Tri-State area is pretty steep, as you might expect -- begging the question: how much do you need to make a year to afford a home in NY, CT and NJ?
Millennials are moving to these cities – and it’s not Los Angeles or NYC
Where are millennials flocking to these days? Here’s the list.
Zillow reveals best housing markets for first-time home buyers
The Zillow analysis found that half of the 10 best markets for first-time buyers are in the Midwest.
The best places to live in the US for 2024, according to report
Niche collected data from the U.S. Census Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and millions of resident reviews to form its ranking.
The 5 cheapest and 5 priciest states to buy a home in 2024, according to study
Aspiring homeowners need to earn a six-figure salary to afford a typical home in 22 states in 2024, according to a new analysis by Bankrate.
HGTV stars share housing ‘hack’ for aspiring homeowners facing affordability issue
HGTV personalities Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein, who star in “Cheap Old Houses," spoke about their “house hack" of buying and restoring cheap historic homes.
Why are voters still frustrated with the economy? Blame home prices
As the presidential election approaches, voters are increasingly frustrated with the country's housing affordability crisis, which experts attribute to a shortage of homes for the growing population.
What is a squatter? How trespassing can lead to homeownership in NY
In some instances, squatters will even pay taxes in efforts to back up their possession claim.
Diddy’s $40M Los Angeles house has grotto, underwater tunnel and more: Reports
Music producer and rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs purchased his swanky $40 million Los Angeles estate in 2014.
EXCLUSIVE: Alleged NYC squatter working with family as part of real estate deal, lawyer reveals
The Landa family continues trying to evict Brett Flores from newly purchased home.
National Association of Realtors settles $418M lawsuit that will eliminate 6% commission fees
Sellers and buyers will now be able to negotiate commissions with their brokers.