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Why home prices are rising in US and buying a house is becoming more difficult for middle-class Americans

The median home price in the United States reached a record high of $408,776 in June. Affluent buyers are fueling demand, benefiting from stock market gains and cash purchases. This trend widens the affordability gap for first-time and middle-income households. Major cities like San Francisco and West Palm Beach also…

The Economic Times

82 Unhinged Real Estate Listings That Were More Of A Warning Than An Invitation

If ‘Selling Sunset’ taught us anything, it’s that first impressions matter. A lot. The real estate market is so chaotic and bizarre now that it no longer makes sense in many parts of the world. But no matter the price point or particular property, you want to leave the best…

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U.S. Home Prices Hit Record High As Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Despite Trump's Refusal To Sign It

Although mortgage rates have risen sharply since 2022, home values have largely continued climbing due to persistent supply shortages.

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‘Absolutely bananas’: San Francisco homes sell for $1m above asking price amid AI boom

Report finds widespread overbidding as rapid AI growth generates increased wealth in city where housing is scarce

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A big look at the state of housing in America: Boomers won't sell, millennials can't buy, and Gen Z gets to watch the whole thing sort itself out

A new forecast says housing supply will finally outpace demand by 2035. Congratulations to everyone who wasn't born before 1997.

Fortune

You May Not Want to Downsize in Retirement: Here's Why

Your financial planner may urge you to downsize in retirement. Your kids may even pressure you. But be sure it's right for you before you make a move.

Kiplinger

This realtor is betting big on the AI IPO boom, but buying a house with stock will have to go through the OpenAI and Anthropic's boards first

In a tight housing market, some Bay Area homesellers believe exchanging their houses for stock will benefit asset-rich tech workers. But those transactions are subject to board approval.

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How Much You Need To Earn To Buy A Home In 49 Major US Cities: First-Time Buyers Are In For A Shock

The challenge of homeownership in the US is that rising wages lag behind soaring property prices. Discover which Midwest cities offer affordable options amid the national crisis.

International Business Times UK

Americans are earning more, but still can’t afford homes - here’s why families now need more than $116,000 income to buy a house in the US

US housing market 2026: Despite rising wages, many American families find homeownership increasingly out of reach as housing costs outpace income growth. A significant income gap persists, with the national median household income falling far short of what's needed to afford the average US home. Experts predict these affordability challenges…

The Economic Times

Rocket Companies Turns Around, But Mortgage Risk Remains

Rocket Companies stock could benefit from AI, acquisitions, and housing trends as the fintech platform expands beyond mortgages.

MarketBeat

The pig in the python: Baby Boomers are strangling the economy they built by refusing to move or retire

From the housing market to the corner office, America is paying the price for a generation that never learned to let go.

Fortune

The Midwest is leading America's spring housing rebound because of 'buyers who are actually showing up,' Realtor.com says

Kansas City, Louisville, and Indianapolis are powering the strongest spring housing market since 2022 as buyers chase affordability in the Midwest away from a cooling Sun Belt.

Fortune

The American Dream is moving to the Midwest—Michigan and Wisconsin beat the coasts for the hottest housing markets, Redfin finds

Wisconsin landed three of the top 10 spots on Redfin's 2026 ranking, as buyers priced out of coastal markets chase Midwest affordability.

Fortune

AI is quietly splitting the housing market in two: Bay Area luxury homes are up 13%, affordable ones are collapsing

“It’s another sign of the K-shaped economy taking shape in the Bay Area,” said Redfin senior economist Yingqi Xu.

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10 Most Expensive Homes Sold in February 2026 — 3 Are in Florida

The 10 most expensive homes sold in February 2026 were predominantly in Florida and New York, according to a new Redfin report.

Fortune

The 10 best cities for college grads: Omaha ranks higher than New York and L.A. because Gen Z ‘actually have a shot at purchasing a house’ for under $300K

“With a lot of homes selling for under $300,000, young grads actually have a shot at purchasing a house,” one Omaha real estate agent said.

Fortune

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges a surprise winner

Cleveland is becoming one of the more desirable markets for homebuyers.

The Independent UK

Housing market trends favor home shoppers, but Iran war clouds the outlook for mortgage rates

The economic fallout from the war with Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home, even as other housing market trends in many parts of the country favor home shoppers this spring

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There are now nearly 50% more home sellers than buyers as gap widens to a record 630,000. But it's only a buyer's market if you can afford it

"High housing costs and economic uncertainty have caused many house hunters to retreat, creating an imbalance of buyers and sellers."

Fortune

How a war in the Middle East is hiking your mortgage rate in America

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.43% last week, its highest level since last October.

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Worried About Selling Your Home? A New Report from Redfin Just Flagged a ‘Record’ Gap Between Buyers and Sellers

The U.S. housing market now has a record 630,000 more sellers than buyers, according to Redfin’s latest report. Here’s what it means for home sellers in 2026.

Fortune

Nearly three in five Americans think AI will push homeownership even further out of reach

Not only to Americans have to contend with increased home costs, but they now have to deal with the fear of losing their jobs thanks to AI.

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This New York Suburb Is America’s Most Competitive Housing Market

Redfin revealed the most competitive U.S. housing markets -- and the top spot might surprise you. Can you guess where it is?

International Business Times UK

Oregon's Waterfall Publicly Sold on 'Redfin With No Price', Lawmakers Act to Save Abiqua Falls

Oregon lawmakers have secured a historic $2.1 million deal to purchase the iconic Abiqua Falls, ensuring this cherished natural treasure remains open to the public forever.

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