Decades-long squatter takeover left to local Pennsylvania authorities: 'We're stuck dealing with it'
The city of Jeannette's fire chief says the department plans to use funds from Biden's rescue plan to demolish a remaining 250 vacant homes deteriorating from squatter activity.
US renters remain burdened, but some metro areas saw relief in first half of year
American renter households remained "rent burdened" in the first half of 2023, facing a 30.2% rent-to-income ratio for those seeking an average-priced apartment.
US housing affordability at an all-time low
It is now more difficult for Americans to afford a home than at any time in history, according to analysis from global markets publication The Kobeissi Letter.
Rising home construction could bring relief to homebuyer struggles
America's housing shortage is coming to an end. There's been a rise in home construction this year, and builders expect that trend to continue.
New home sales decline for first time since February
Sales of new U.S. homes tumbled in June for the first time in four months as steep prices and rising mortgage rates boxed out many would-be homebuyers.
Home prices rose for 4th straight month in May
Home prices climbed for the fourth straight month in May despite high mortgage rates, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index released Tuesday.
High mortgage rates will weigh on the housing market for years
The U.S. housing market could take years to recover from the recent spike in mortgage rates, with property prices expected to fall at least 2.4% next year.
Mortgage rates post biggest decline since March
U.S. mortgage rates fell this week for the first time since June, backing off from an eight-month high as inflation continues to show signs of moderating.
Existing home sales fall again amid worsening supply shortage
The sale of previously owned homes slumped again in June as high mortgage rates and worsening supply shortage left would-be buyers with limited options.
Housing starts slump in June as building challenges persist
The Commerce Department reported that construction of new U.S. homes slid 8% last month, a sign that a deep freeze in the housing market is not over yet.
COVID relief fraud fueled spike in US house prices, report says
A new study suggests scammers who stole billions in COVID-19 relief money used the funds to purchase real estate, pushing U.S. home prices higher.
Homebuilder sentiment rises in June, but builders sound alarm over high mortgage rates
Homebuilder sentiment rose for the seventh straight month in June as a worsening inventory shortage drove demand for new houses among potential buyers.
Homes selling near record high again as supply shortage worsens
A worsening housing shortage drove up the price of U.S. homes in June to a near record high, even as would-be buyers grapple with steeper mortgage rates.
Landlord charged tenants thousands when they complained of bugs, gross conditions: AG
The Pennsylvania Attorney General announced a lawsuit against Philadelphia-area property management company SBG Management Services for “multiple violations."
US home prices still face a 'steep and sustained' decline this year, economist warns
U.S. home prices could still drop this year, according to a Pantheon economist, contrasting a narrative the housing market has recovered from higher mortgage rates.
June inflation breakdown: Where are prices rising and falling the fastest?
The Labor Department said inflation cooled sharply in June, but prices remained abnormally high as the price of food, used cars and rent marched higher.
Home prices hit fresh record again amid worsening supply shortage
A worsening housing shortage drove up the price of U.S. homes to the highest level on record, even as would-be buyers grapple with steeper mortgage rates.
Market expert warns Fed will ‘crush’ US housing in ‘decade-long fallout’ from rate hikes
U.S. housing and "interest rate-sensitive" markets are at risk of a "fallout" as the Federal Reserve continues an aggressive rate hike campaign, David Tawil says.
Housing affordability plummets to lowest level since 2007 as prices jump
Housing affordability in the U.S. has plummeted to the lowest level since 2007 as mortgage rates and home prices soar higher, according to a new report.
US housing market defying crash expectations as supply shortage keeps prices high
Fannie Mae economists projected that housing prices will fall less than previously expected amid high consumer demand and a worsening supply shortage.














