Midterm Election Housing Ballot Measures Every Homeowner Needs To Know

Voters in 10 states will have the chance to approve ballot measures this year, including a half-dozen changes to property taxes and one that could change statewide zoning. The 2026 midterm elections include six different proposed changes to property tax systems, all in states across the South and We

Mortgage Rates Hitting 8% This Year Is Not Impossible—and Yet, That Shouldn’t Be Buyers’ Biggest Concern

Last week, mortgage rates hit a three-year high—a headline that has been on repeat for several months.  In fact, in less than four months, the rate has risen a percentage point. The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans rose to 6.49% for the week ending July 9—now it stands at 7.40% for the week

Housing Week Ahead: Home Sales, Luxury Trends, and New Inflation Data

The coming week will bring a steady stream of housing market indicators, as well as new reports from the Realtor.com economics team. On Wednesday, senior economist Anthony Smith will have a look at the latest pricing trends in the luxury market with the September Monthly Luxury Report. On Thursday,

Mortgage AI needs a standard of trust built on experience

What two decades of mortgage cycles teach lenders and technology providers about adoption, accountability and financial protection