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.

Cash to close: Plan on bringing a cashier's check or certified check. or arrange to wire the funds from your bank. You'll need your down payment and closing costs, less earnest money and lender and/or seller credits.

Brexit drama is pushing down US mortgage rates. Should mortgage shoppers act now or wait for rates to drop even lower?

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.

Mortgage rates plummet after a surprise move by the Fed: a forecast of no more rate hikes in 2019.

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.

Home Possible Advantage, offered by Freddie Mac, and HomeReady, offered by Fannie Mae, are similar programs for homebuyers without large down payments. Here's an explanation of the program differences, and how they might matter to you.

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.

You're not a criminal. You just want to buy a home with a mortgage. But you could accidentally commit mortgage fraud unless you avoid these mistakes.

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.

You open a newspaper or website and search for "open houses near me" and spend your weekend checking out homes. But is that really the best way to buy?