Aleksandra Kadzielawski, Editor

April 2025 is bringing hope to homebuyers with more listings, flexible sellers, and slightly lower mortgage payments.

Discover the fastest growing housing markets in 2025. See where homebuying is heating up—and what it means for first-time buyers.

Lawmakers want to restore the mortgage insurance deduction and double eligibility. See if you could qualify.

A VA mortgage relief program is shutting down May 1. If you’re a veteran homeowner facing financial hardship, here’s what you need to do.

A new NAR study shows 54% of homeowners are using home equity to remodel. See which projects bring the most joy—and the best ROI.

Can you really buy a home for $500/month? In these 50 affordable ZIP codes, yes. See where 3-bedroom homes are still within reach.

The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act could boost rental supply and lower costs. Here’s how it may help renters and first-time buyers.

China is reducing its holdings of U.S. mortgage-backed securities—and experts say it could drive mortgage rates even higher.

Refi the dip: Lock in a lower rate, save on your monthly payment, and beat rising costs before mortgage rates climb again.

Homebuyers just got a $25K affordability boost thanks to falling mortgage rates. Find out why now might be your moment to buy.

New 25% auto tariffs may hurt your chances of buying a home. Learn why debt-to-income matters and how you can stay mortgage-ready.

Fannie Mae’s latest outlook points to lower rates and a slight boost in home sales—could a housing rebound be ahead?

Feeling squeezed by rising property taxes? You're not alone. Here's why some states are considering getting rid of them altogether.

Discover the latest trends in the housing market with insights on monthly existing home sales.

Over 11 million U.S. homes are uninsured, leaving homeowners vulnerable to disaster. Learn why 13.6% of homes have no coverage.

A 40% spike in rate-and-term refinances signals a chance to lower mortgage payments. See if refinancing makes sense for you.

Find out how the Fannie Mae condo blacklist is limiting mortgage options for condo buyers and owners.

Find out why mixed-use developments are the perfect fit for Gen Z and Millennial lifestyles, combining homes, businesses, and leisure spots in one dynamic space.

Steel tariffs just jumped from 25% to 50%—will home prices follow? Get insights on how this policy shift could affect home buyers.

Learn how Rocket Mortgage’s closing cost assistance is helping renters step into homeownership in today’s competitive market.