A ‘Trump Bump’ to Social Security Is Coming in 2027—With a Catch

On Wednesday, the Social Security Administration announced that Social Security benefits will go up 3.6% in 2027, about $75 a month for the average retired worker. But the increase exists only because everyday costs have climbed, and for retirees who own homes, expenses from heating oil to utilities

Five Terms Buyers Must Discuss With You Before Signing

New 2026 research suggests that written buyer agreements have made fees and representation more visible, but commissions themselves have not necessarily fallen. A Zillow survey of 366 U.S. real estate agents found that 89% believe written agreements outlining compensation and services benefit buyers

Michael Douglas Details His Journey From Humble NYC Apartment to Lavish 190-Acre Mallorca Estate

Michael Douglas has called many places home in his 82 years, and the “Wall Street” star recently opened up about the places he’s lived since he was born. In an Oct. 13 interview with the Wall Street Journal, the A-list actor chatted about some of the most formative residences he has spent time in, b

Pending Sales Bottom Out as Mortgage Rates Return to 7% Range

The Iran War continues to weigh heavily on the economy and the housing market, with mortgage rates returning to the 7% range as inflation remains elevated. With rates now peaked at nearly a three-year high, a new report from Redfin found that housing affordability is once again being eroded and home