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Is buying a house a waste of money? That depends who you ask, but many experts will tell you it's a sound investment, even in 2022.

Rising inflation will impact home buyers and homeowners alike, but don't expect a crash. Here's how inflation is affecting housing in 2022.

Home prices aren't expected to drop in 2022. But price gains should slow down. Learn more on The Mortgage Reports Podcast.

Mortgage rates are on the rise. Will this curb home buyer demand and help lower prices? Listen on The Mortgage Reports Podcast.

With mortgage rates growing significantly to begin 2022, a bump in for-sale homes could be coming by the end of summer.

Is 2022 a good time to buy a house? Will 2023 be better? Hear what a seasoned mortgage expert has to say on the subject.

Some home buyers wonder if they should wait for prices to drop. But experts say that won't happen in 2022. Here's why.

When Zillow left the iBuying market, many worried it could contribute to a housing market crash. Here's why that won't happen.

2021 was a tough housing market. Will things improve in 2022? Read our housing market predictions from 7 real estate experts to find out.

Many buyers and homeowners are wondering whether we're headed toward another housing market crash. Here are 5 reasons we're not.

Investment property and second home loans should be getting cheaper, as the FHFA has paused a rule that was increasing rates and fees.

The HIRO program (high-LTV refinance option) lets homeowners refinance into today's low mortgage rates with little or no equity and easier documentation.

If your home was damaged during winter storm Uri, you might be eligible for federal aid. Here's a list of current Texas disaster relief programs.

Is now a good time to buy a house? Low rates will help some first-time buyers, but COVID will hinder others. Here's what you should know.

It might seem harder to close on a mortgage during the COVID-19 pandemic. But new rules have made parts of the closing process easier than ever.

Sellers typically have the advantage over home buyers in summer. But could COVID-19 flip the housing market? Experts weigh in on both sides.

Falling mortgage rates might not help borrowers this time . Lenders are pulling loan programs, refusing to lock rates, and raising credit score minimums.

Though the start of 2020 has had its challenges, it also has a new silver lining: increased housing affordability in many markets.

If buying a new construction property is on your radar in 2020, you can expect a walk-in closet, low-E windows, and energy-efficient lighting.

Single and ready to buy a home? According to a new analysis, single homeownership is at its highest rate since at least 1900.