Home Prices

Raffling off a house may seem like a creative solution for selling real estate, especially in a challenging market, but it’s far more complicated — and often illegal — than it appears. In many states, including California, raffling a home without complying with strict gambling and charitable solicitation laws can result in hefty fines or…

A boomer couple in their early 60s decided to break away from traditional retirement plans by selling their home in Arizona, choosing instead to rent and travel full time. Relying solely on Social Security and a modest nest egg, they found that letting go of homeownership gave them the flexibility to explore new places and…

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering declaring a national housing emergency if he wins a second term, responding to soaring home prices and a tight housing market that has put homeownership out of reach for many Americans. During a recent roundtable event in Florida, Trump emphasized the growing affordability crisis, noting the strain that…

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering declaring a national housing emergency if he returns to the White House, citing growing concerns over affordability and supply shortages across the U.S. Housing experts say such a declaration could give the president more authority to direct federal funding toward homebuilding efforts, increase incentives for private developers, and…

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering declaring a national housing emergency if he is re-elected in 2024, a move that could allow the federal government to take more aggressive action to address housing affordability. Though it’s unclear what such a declaration would entail legally, Trump campaign advisors have floated ideas like using federal land…

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing the potential declaration of a national housing emergency if re-elected in 2024, aiming to address the rising cost of homeownership and rental prices across the country. His campaign suggests he may utilize federal authority to boost housing construction and remove what it calls “unnecessary” zoning laws to increase…

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering declaring a national housing emergency if re-elected, amid growing concerns about housing affordability across the U.S. The move could potentially allow a future Trump administration to redirect federal resources, limit the influence of large institutional investors in the housing market, and boost housing development. Housing advocates and political…

Portillo’s, a popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef, has seen its stock dip nearly 40% from its 52-week high. Despite the decline, insiders appear bullish on the company’s future, with recent insider buying activity suggesting confidence in a rebound. Executives, including the CEO, have purchased shares on the…

Homebuyers are finally catching a break in certain parts of the U.S., as housing affordability improves in six metro areas where wages are rising and home prices are stabilizing or even falling. According to a recent report from real estate brokerage Redfin, these cities — including Phoenix, Austin, and Las Vegas — are seeing a…

Homebuyers in several U.S. cities are seeing a boost in purchasing power, thanks to recent declines in mortgage rates and home prices stabilizing in some markets. According to new data, cities such as Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Austin are experiencing conditions where price drops and wage growth have made homes slightly more affordable. For example,…