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03/19/2026

Do you have a Monroe County Library System (MCLS) card? If you do, did you know you can use your card for more than just borrowing books?

03/14/2026

NAR, industry groups say middle-class homeowners are being pushed above the threshold when they sell their homes, creating an unintended tax burden.

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

In 47 of 50 states, single women living independently are more likely to own homes. Overall, single women own 2.71 million more homes than single men.

Despite women typically earning 83% of men's pay, they excel in homeownership. LendingTree's analysis suggests that single women are more inclined than single men to make sacrifices for homeownership. Women often exhibit more risk aversion, and owning a home is widely regarded as a secure investment.

Real estate agents also say they’ve noticed more single-female buyers now than in the past. “I’ve definitely sold more homes to women than in prior years,” says Lorraine Hurlbut of Keller Williams in New Jersey, the No. 4 state for female homeowners. “They’re tired of paying high rents that are the equivalent of a mortgage payment. They’re secure in their careers and want to ride the wave of ownership and investment.”

02/13/2026

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01/12/2026

Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen has taken his modern California mansion off the market just weeks after he and his wife, actress Hailee Steinfeld, announced they are expecting their first child. The move caps a milestone month for Allen, who also helped lead the Bills to a playoff berth ahead of the NFL postseason.

12/14/2025

12/13/2025

In 2026, the U.S. housing market is expected to be steadier, with slightly more home sales and modest price growth. Lower mortgage rates and slower price increases should make buying a bit easier than in 2025.

But some markets will heat up more than others. After reviewing the 100 largest metros, the top performers for 2026 all share one thing: they offer better value than nearby expensive cities. That value keeps drawing buyers, even as low inventory pushes prices up.

For buyers, that can mean more competition. For sellers, it points to strong demand and potential upside next year.

Here are the top 10 metro areas for 2026 ⬇️

11/28/2025

11/13/2025

Attorneys for the state agreed in a stipulation filed in federal court Wednesday to delay the implementation of the law until an appellate court makes its decision in the case.

11/05/2025

Boomerang Legislation Introduced in New York
In New York, a similar effort is underway. A bill introduced for the 2025–2026 legislative session would “prohibit both the sellers and the buyers of residential real properties from agreeing to sell or offering to purchase properties contingent upon the waiver, limitation, or restriction of a buyer's right to choose to obtain a home inspection.”

In May, the New York State Association of REALTORS® issued a statement in opposition to the bill, stating that the “bill has the potential to harm middle-class homebuyers with less capital and liquidity by limiting a potential competitive advantage in a tight housing market.”

NYSAR’s letter of opposition goes on to point out that the bill does not take into account the inspection process for cooperative apartments, which, by some estimates, make up as much as 75% of the apartment stock in New York City.

The New York legislation is currently held in committee. NYSAR Vice President and Chief Lobbyist Mike Kelly says that, while the association’s members recognize and consult with their buyer clients about the importance of home inspections, the decision about whether to have a home inspection remains with the buyer—and the terms of the purchase agreement are between the buyer and seller.

11/03/2025

Monroe County real estate activity stats for October 2025