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Despite rate volatility, contracts to buy houses climbed higher in March

Housing Market

Despite rate volatility, contracts to buy houses climbed higher in March

The South showed gains year over year, while deals in other regions declined.

Housing Market

Charlotte, North Carolina, goes from 'value city' to 'wildly expensive'

Charlotte, North Carolina, goes from 'value city' to 'wildly expensive'

Prices shot up during the pandemic, 'I think it structurally changed the market here for good.'

Buying and Selling

What $400,000 or less buys you in these 10 major US housing markets

What $400,000 or less buys you in these 10 major US housing markets

From two-story colonials in Cleveland to small Manhattan co-ops, location matters.

Buying a Home

10 tips for purchasing a home in spring 2026 — 10 tips for purchasing a home in spring 2026

Make your offer more attractive when it's time to buy.

Mar 27, 2026

Buying a home in 10 steps — Buying a home in 10 steps

Homes.com helps you find your community, navigate the mortgage process, negotiate an offer and seal the deal.

Dec 11, 2025

Buying a condo in 10 steps — Buying a condo in 10 steps

Here's what you need to know, from assessing your finances to moving.

Jan 15, 2026

What to look for when touring a new construction home — What to look for when touring a new construction home

Tips for evaluating spec, production, semi-custom and custom projects.

Feb 04, 2026

Selling a Home

10 tips for selling your home in spring 2026 — 10 tips for selling your home in spring 2026

Experts share what sellers need to do now.

Mar 20, 2026

Selling a home in 10 steps — Selling a home in 10 steps

Homes.com helps you get your place show-ready, hire an agent, negotiate offers, and seal the deal.

Dec 18, 2025

How to sell your home in a slow market — How to sell your home in a slow market

Pricing strategy, staging updates and expert tips to boost interest and attract buyers this spring.

Mar 25, 2026

How to hire the right real estate agent for your home sale — How to hire the right real estate agent for your home sale

Look for expertise, experience and compatibility.

Dec 05, 2025

Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates fall again, averaging 6.3%

Mortgage rates fall again, averaging 6.3%

It's the lowest 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage average in about a month, according to data from mortgage giant Freddie Mac.

New Construction

Overland Ranch aims to bring nearly 1,000 homes to one of Aurora’s last frontiers

Overland Ranch aims to bring nearly 1,000 homes to one of Aurora’s last frontiers

The Colorado development to pay homage to area's Old West wagon trail roots.

Renting a Home

How to rent a home in 10 steps — How to rent a home in 10 steps

What to know from checking your credit score to signing the lease to moving in.

Feb 10, 2026

How to find a roommate when renting — How to find a roommate when renting

A guide to evaluating compatibility, screening candidates and setting expectations before signing a lease.

Mar 24, 2026

What renters should know before applying for Section 8 assistance — What renters should know before applying for Section 8 assistance

A guide to eligibility rules, waitlists, inspections and how the program works for tenants.

Mar 12, 2026

What renters should know before signing a lease — What renters should know before signing a lease

From habitability requirements to deposits, here’s how to protect yourself and avoid costly surprises.

Mar 09, 2026

Local Insights

10 ways to fit in like a true Miamian — 10 ways to fit in like a true Miamian

Here's how to navigate life in the 'Magic City,' known for its tropical climate and rich Latin culture.

Feb 19, 2026

Why dog amenities are the new must‑have feature in multifamily buildings — Why dog amenities are the new must‑have feature in multifamily buildings

Urban residents seek amenities that simplify life with pets.

Apr 13, 2026

Moving survival kit: Essential items to have before unpacking — Moving survival kit: Essential items to have before unpacking

Here’s what you'll need the first few days while you're still living in boxes.

Oct 21, 2025

What to consider when choosing a rental location — What to consider when choosing a rental location

Lifestyle, commute time and school districts are factors in your decision.

Dec 18, 2025

Rental Market

New Jersey has capped rental application fees at $50. Now the state's top prosecutor wants nationwide rule.

New Jersey has capped rental application fees at $50. Now the state's top prosecutor wants nationwide rule.

More than 25 attorneys general are pushing the Federal Trade Commission for price transparency.

Trends

Kentucky approves homes on faith-owned properties, but bigger housing bill fails

Kentucky approves homes on faith-owned properties, but bigger housing bill fails

More leeway for religious groups was task force priority. The push to allow ADUs comes up short.

Architectural Styles

Driven by nostalgia, Colonial Revival homes are everywhere — Driven by nostalgia, Colonial Revival homes are everywhere

But the varied, often hybrid, style can be difficult to pick out.

Apr 15, 2026

The ranch home would like your attention, but it might need some work — The ranch home would like your attention, but it might need some work

These long, single-level homes embodied easy living without aesthetic risk.

Mar 30, 2026

How the hopeful (if rare) International style came to be — How the hopeful (if rare) International style came to be

Houses built in this blocky, stark style are not the easiest structures to maintain.

Feb 27, 2026

For some buyers, Georgian homes offer lasting appeal — For some buyers, Georgian homes offer lasting appeal

These rational, highly symmetrical homes were popular in the 18th century.

Nov 24, 2025

Industry News

These real estate agents say Serhant's model fits the moment in California

These real estate agents say Serhant's model fits the moment in California

Ben Belack, Abby Clougherty and Lisa Smith are three agents among the brokerage's West Coast founding members.

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