Homeowners are prioritizing spa-inspired features like therapeutic showers, smart tech and natural materials to create calming, low-maintenance bathrooms.
Builder confidence fell to 34 in May, the lowest since 2022, amid rate, tariff and cost concerns. The NAHB said 34% of builders cut prices.
Mortgage rates affect home affordability and long-term costs. Rates vary by economy, loan type and borrower credit. Lower rates can save money.
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage increased to 6.81% from 6.76% last week while rates on 15-year mortgages ticked up to 5.92% from 5.89%.
First-time homebuyers should be prepared for various expenses, including the down payment, primary mortgage insurance, closing costs and moving costs.
Reverse mortgages may be a good fit for some people 62 or older who own their home and live in it as a primary residence, but owners should do their research.
The Fla. Hurricane Catastrophe Fund provides relatively low-cost reinsurance to insurers to help pay claims if the state is hit by one or more major hurricanes.
Multifunctional furniture, hanging baskets, trellises and other vertical gardening items can turn balconies, patios and small spaces into personal retreats.
A new report sounds the alarm on who is increasingly at risk and what real estate pros can do to help clients be aware and stay safe.
Drawing inspiration from a luxury hotel experience may seem like a good idea, but those upgrades may cost more and require more maintenance.
