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A new survey shows Americans want large, single-story homes in great locations, but rising costs mean most opt for smaller, older properties.NEW YORK When it comes to their ideal homes, Americans are dreaming big. The typical dream home is a new-construction, ranch-style house, spanning over 2,000 [Read More]

Real estate pros who understand the basics of the mortgage interest rate deduction can help customers make choices that align with their financial goals.WASHINGTON Throughout the tax reform process in 2025, the National Association of Realtors advocacy team was deeply engaged in ensuring lawmakers [Read More]

Chimineas, fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are becoming popular upgrades, offering warmth and visual interest that can elevate a homes backyard appeal.TAMPA, Fla. Elemental features in a backyard living space can elevate a property to an exciting new level. Many homeowners already have water featu [Read More]

Fewer homeowners are completing a For Sale By Owner transaction and are heavily turning to real estate agents for guidance, NAR found.CHICAGO The number of homeowners trying to sell their home by themselves hit another record low this year, following last years previous low. That may be because sel [Read More]

Key steps, from locating shut-off valves to budgeting for repairs, can help new homeowners stay safe, save money and avoid costly surprises.NEW YORK -- When it comes to homeownership, knowledge is power. There's a lot to learn when you purchase a new home, and I recommend that you learn these elemen [Read More]

A new roof can raise your homes value, improve curb appeal and reduce energy costs, often paying off more than interior upgrades like kitchen remodels.NEW YORK A new roof can increase your home's value more than a kitchen remodel or a fresh coat of paint, and buyers notice it instantly.That first g [Read More]

WASHINGTON -- Baby boomers continue to dominate U.S. real estate holdings, owning nearly 41% of all property nationwide, almost double that of millennials, according to analysis of Federal Reserve data show by the financial services company Self FinancialDespite making up less than 20% of the popula [Read More]

Two thirds of Gen Z respondents see homeownership as a lifetime goal and plan to make their first or next home purchase in the next 6 years.AUSTIN, Texas When it comes to homeownership, Gen Z is united in their concerns over affordability as 82% of those in Gen Z who own a home or hope to own a hom [Read More]

A Realtor.com analysis shows cash buyers thriving at the high and low ends of the market as financed buyers remain concentrated in the middle.AUSTIN, Texas Nearly one in three homes sold in the first half of 2025 were bought entirely with cash, according to a new analysis from Realtor.com. The repo [Read More]

Hispanic buyers make up over one-third of U.S. homeownership growth, with rising incomes, strong buying power and growing market influence.MIAMI Over the past decade, Hispanic Americans have driven the nations homeownership growth more than any other group. Theyre the fastest growing demographic of [Read More]