🏡 Real Estate

Surge in Unrelated Roommates Reshaping US Housing Trends
May 21 @ 1:02pm ET  
A record number of unrelated roommates are sharing housing in the US, driven by economic pressures and an aging population. The 55-plus age group represents 30 percent of this trend, reflecting broader affordability challenges.
US Foreclosure Rates Surge by 14 Percent in April, Led by South Carolina
May 21 @ 12:00am ET  
US foreclosure filings jumped nearly 14 percent in April, with South Carolina leading the highest rates. Illinois and Florida followed closely, reflecting widespread economic strain on homeowners.
Housing Crisis: Most Homes Unaffordable for $75,000 Income Households
May 20 @ 12:00am ET  
A new report from the National Association of Realtors reveals that households earning $75,000 annually can't afford 75 percent of listed homes. Rising prices and interest rates continue to push homeownership out of reach for many Americans.
Redfin: Americans Buying Older Homes Than Ever as Construction Stalls
May 14 @ 12:42pm ET  
Redfin reports that Americans are buying older homes than ever, with only 9 percent of U.S. homes built in the 2010s, the lowest share since the 1940s.
U.S. Mortgage Debt Surges to $12.6 Trillion as Rates Climb
May 12 @ 6:20am ET  
U.S. mortgage debt has hit a record $12.6 trillion, fueled by rising interest rates and home costs. Vermont saw the largest debt increase in 2024, highlighting regional economic pressures.
California's Ranching Legacy Under Threat in Marin County Land Dispute
May 12 @ 6:00am ET  
Marin County, California, faces the end of its historic ranching tradition in Point Reyes Station, threatening a 150-year legacy. This local crisis mirrors a larger land use conflict across the American West, pitting agriculture against environmental priorities.
Surge in Office-to-Apartment Conversions Reaches Record 70,700 This Year
May 9 @ 12:20pm ET  
A record 70,700 apartments will be created from vacant U.S. office spaces in 2025, per RentCafe. This trend addresses part of the 4 to 5 million property shortage while revitalizing urban areas.
All-Cash Home Buying Drops to Lowest in 3 Years, Report Finds
May 9 @ 6:20am ET  
All-cash home purchases have dropped to a 3-year low, with only 29.5 percent of U.S. homes bought with cash in late 2024, per Redfin. Florida metros like West Palm Beach still lead with over 50 percent cash deals.