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New data show that prices are falling in several markets. Smart shoppers who can afford to buy should take advantage of all these factors and claim a home sooner versus later.

Want to get more for your house? Install smart home technology. According to a new study, 65 percent of homebuyers are willing to pay more for properties equipped with smart technology.

New data shows that Tampa, Florida, offers low-income homebuyers the best shot at buying a house. The Southern city claims the nation’s smallest gap in homeownership between low-income families and the general population.

Americans are moving less than ever. And when they do pack up and leave? According to new data, most are staying in the area, with 55 percent moving less than 50 miles away.

Decreasing mortgage rates, rising wages and a finally improving supply of inventory all spell good news for the housing market. In fact, according to one expert, “a stronger than expected” spring homebuying season is ahead.

Home bidding wars happen when two or more buyers compete for the same property but research indicates that home bidding wars happen much less often nowadays. This is good news for would-be buyers.

No money for a down payment? That might not be a problem. According to a new analysis, the majority of recent Millennial and Generation X homebuyers pay either no down payment or down payments of less than 10 percent when purchasing their home.

A new townhouse can be an amazing value for first-time home buyers who want the privacy of a single-family home, but—as a first-time home buyer—can’t afford the price.

Digital mortgage solutions are a major priority for today’s homebuyers. In fact, according to a new survey, half of all homebuyers choose their mortgage lender based on whether they offered a digital portal or not.

Easily customized and designed to reduce energy and maintenance costs, modern homes are a popular choice for Millennial home buyers.

Thinking of buying a new house in 2019? Chicago’s your best bet. According to new data, the city saw the biggest surge in new home construction last month, with a 60 percent uptick year over year.

A whopping nine out of 10 homeowners plans to remodel their house, according to a new survey. And more than a third of those homeowners? They plan to do so in the next two years.

Craftsman homes are gaining popularity with today's new home buyers. Their attractive design and eco-friendly layouts make these some of the most sought-after homes today.

Home price growth might be slowing, but homeowners are still gaining serious equity in their properties, According to new data, the average homeowner saw their equity jump by $9,700 last year.

The Sunshine State has more than just great weather and sandy beaches. According to a new analysis, it also has four cities where mortgage payments clock in significantly lower than local rents.

Are buyers willing to use AI instead of a real estate agent? How do sellers really feel about those commission fees? Which generation is most likely to forgo an agent altogether? A new survey has some interesting insights in how real estate agents are seen, used and (in some cases) replaced in today’s tech-savvy market.

More and more Americans are becoming homeowners — and younger generations are leading the charge. According to new data, owner households grew by more than 1 million last quarter, marking the eighth quarter in a row to see such growth.

Americans apparently aren’t making the smartest financial decisions when buying their homes. According to a new report, homebuyers are missing out on millions in mortgage savings by not shopping around.

Thanks to decreasing mortgage rates, consumer homebuying power is up. In fact, according to new data, it actually made its biggest monthly jump in more than five years.

Southern states boast the lowest in average real estate taxes, according to a new analysis. In fact, New Jersey homeowners willing to move to low-cost states like Alabama could save as much as $8,000 a year in property taxes.