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04/20/2026

02/03/2026

Strategic upgrades can attract buyers and strengthen first impressions, from fresh paint and minor updates to newer HVAC systems and better curb appeal. NEW YORK — The adage "there's a lid for every pot" suggests that, even in relation to the real estate market, there's bound to be a buyer for eve...

02/02/2026

By skipping the perfect-home myth, first-time buyers can focus on budget, condition and location, and choose a home and neighborhood that truly fit how they live. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: My partner and I have been together for a few years and have been living in a rented house. It’s ti...

01/29/2026

The Fed left rates unchanged, citing solid growth and a steady job market. Officials want clearer progress on inflation before resuming cuts, likely later this year. WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve pushed the pause button on its interest rate cuts Wednesday, leaving its key rate unchanged at abou...

01/28/2026

Tax credits reduce taxes dollar-for-dollar, but some expired for 2026. Some refundable and nonrefundable credits remain. Electric vehicle and home energy credits ended. WASHINGTON — Federal tax credits could help lower tax bills for many Americans this filing season. A tax credit is different from...

01/27/2026

New prediction markets let users trade on where home prices are headed, sparking debate over whether crowd sentiment can meaningfully inform housing decisions. NEW YORK – Prospective home buyers and sellers traditionally rely on familiar signals — days on market, inventory levels and recent sale...

01/26/2026

Builder incentives and smaller homes are bringing new-home prices closer to resales, creating a rare buying window in some markets. WASHINGTON – For the first time in years, the price gap between newly built homes and existing homes is narrower than ever — and in some markets, the typical resale...

01/24/2026

Paying the mortgage and repairs on a home in your partner’s name may still give you legal rights, even if your name isn’t on the deed. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: I purchased a house with my girlfriend, but because she had better credit, we put it in just her name. Besides splitting the ...