Articles by Aly J. Yale - Page 6

Single-family rents continued their climb last month with a 3.1 percent jump over the year. The spike was worse on the lower-priced end of the market.

Millennials have been staking their claim on the housing industry. But Gen Zers? Experts say they’ll play an even bigger role.

Buying a home may be cheaper than you think. In some cities, buying a home takes almost half as much money as it does to rent. 

Planning to buy, sell, or refinance your house in 2020? Here's what to expect from the housing market; including mortgage rates, housing inventory, competition, and more.

American homeowners gained more than $5,000 in home equity last quarter. In states like Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah it was four times that or more.

The number of Millennial refinances recently hit a record high, accounting for more than a third of all closed loans in a single month.

Are you a first-time home buyer? Can't afford to buy in your area? Buying a vacation home as your first property might be the best move. Learn why.

Worried about qualifying for a mortgage? You might not need to. According to new data, credit standards are actually loosening.

Want to buy a house without breaking the bank? Then head to Oklahoma City.

Thanks to what experts are dubbing “The Silver Tsunami,” the country’s housing inventory woes may soon come to an end.

It’s Black Friday, and if you’re looking to fix up or redecorate your house, there are dozens of discounts, specials, and day-only doorbusters to help.

It’s no secret that refinancing has surged in recent months. But according to new data, it’s actually making up more than half of all closed mortgage loans.

Thinking of investing that windfall in the stock market, rather than paying off your mortgage? You may want to think again.

Finding yourself in a bidding war can be a big disappointment — especially if you had your heart set on the home. Here are three sure-fire ways to win out.

Rents largely remained static last month, but according to a new analysis, about a quarter of renters are still having problems affording their payment.

The national rate of foreclosure has officially hit its lowest point in at least 20 years. And overall underwater mortgages are down, too.

Americans are sitting on tons of home equity, but recent data shows the use of HELOCs has hit its lowest point in 15 years.

On the hunt for the best place to buy a home? It might be Grand Rapids, Memphis, or even Tucson — but it all depends on your generation. 

Thinking of renting out a room for extra cash? Then vet your tenants carefully. Homeowners are evicting renters more often than you think.

There’s a reason why housing inventory is so low: Homeowners are staying in their homes longer than ever. According to a new analysis, homeowners in some cities are staying put for over two decades.