Homeowners Are Reaching for Their Credit Cards When Disaster Strikes—and Ignoring a Vital Financial Lifeline

Being house-rich, cash-poor is the new reality for a majority of Americans, regardless of age.  So is racking up debt.  With gas and food prices remaining high alongside surging property taxes and home insurance, homeowners face financial pressure from every angle. A common course of action is reach

How to Get Approved for an Apartment: 5 Things to Know

Applying and renting an apartment can be a complicated process. Especially with the rental market heating up, apartment applications can be competitive too. Whether you’re a first-time renter or a seasoned professional, we layout everything you need to know on how to get approved for an apartment. Y

Renting’s Edge Over Buying Is Shrinking as These 7 Markets Turn Buyer-Friendly

Renting a starter home is still cheaper than buying one in all of the nation’s 50 largest metropolitan areas—but that advantage is beginning to shrink. In July, buying a starter home cost $858 more per month than renting one, according to the July 2026 Rental Report from Realtor.com®. But in Orlando

Housing Week Ahead: New Construction Data, Pending Sales, and Cash Buyer Trends

Get ready for a busy week in real estate. The Realtor.com® Economics team is tracking a packed calendar of reports and key economic indicators that will shed light on where the housing market is heading next. Realtor.com proprietary releases kick off on Monday with senior economist Jiayi Xu’s July r