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Investors Bought One in Six Homes in the US in Q2 2024, Marking Largest Increase in Two Years: Report
A Record 60,000 Buyers Backed Out of Home Deals in July Amid Election Fears, Soaring Prices
Should You Wait for Mortgage Rates To Fall Before Buying a Home? Here’s What Experts Say
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Gov. Gavin Newsom Expedites Temporary Housing For Residents In Areas Struck By LA Wildfires
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Pasadena Native Lost Her House To LA Wildfires One Day After Paying Off Her Mortgage: 'It's Gone'
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How The Mircale Malibu Mansion And Pacific Palisades Home Survived The Devastating LA Fires
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What Happens To Your Mortgage And Property Tax When You Lose Your Home In A Natural Disaster?
New Jersey buyers made the largest share of out-of-state purchases in New York City in the first six months of 2024. 
Renting Is Now $1,000 Cheaper Than Buying a Starter Home in the US: Report
In some metro areas, buying a home costs $1,944 more than renting. Renters in the United States could now save an extra $1,000 a month compared to those looking to buy their first starter home. 
5 Outdoor Spots That Homeowners Often Miss When Cleaning
Maintaining a clean outdoor area will help improve your home's curb appeal and value. Here are some areas many homeowners often overlook when cleaning. 
Housing Market Forecasts 2025: Will Homes Become More Affordable?
The median sale price of a home in the US was $442,451 as of June, a 4% increase from the same month in 2023. 
Harris Proposes Four-Year Plan To Lower US Housing Costs, Improve Housing Affordability and Homeownership
Kamala Harris' economic plan will build on proposals announced under the Biden administration. Vice President and leading Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, has recently unveiled her four-year plan to lower housing costs and boost homeownership for American households. 
The Future of Smart Homes in Ottawa's Real Estate Market
In Ottawa, the real estate market has shown resilience. Unit sales increased by 18.4%, and total sales volume grew by 19.7% in January 2024 compared to the previous year. Additionally, there was a 1.1% rise in the combined average sale price. The condominium market has particularly experienced growth, with a 21.4% rise in unit sales for condo apartments. This trend is expected to continue as more properties feature smart home technology, attracting potential buyers. 
5 Home Design Trends You Should Ditch Before Listing in 2024
Are you thinking of putting your home for sale this year? Here are some features you should consider updating before you list. 
US Homes Now Worth $1 With 8.5% Surge, Doubling Pre-Pandemic Levels
The median price of luxury homes also rose 9% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2024. A record 8. 5% of all homes in the United States are now worth at least $1 million, according to a new report on home prices. 
The Biden Administration Is Investing $100 Million on Affordable Housing Construction Amid Affordability Crisis
The program is part of the Housing Supply Action Plan, a larger effort designed to increase housing supply and lower housing costs for families. 
Median US Housing Payments Dropped by $250, Lowest Level Since February: Report
The median housing payment has declined to $2,588 as of Aug. 11. The median housing payment in the United States has dropped by nearly $250 as mortgage rates declined.
