Home Prices

Middle-income earners across the U.S. are facing a growing challenge in the housing market as options for affordable homeownership continue to shrink. According to a new report by the National Association of Realtors and Realtor.com, a lack of housing inventory, rising prices, and interest rates have limited the number of available homes that are affordable…

Reporters and protesters have been prohibited from gathering outside the Arizona immigration court in downtown Phoenix, a move that has sparked concerns about transparency and public access. The order was enacted by the federal government without advance notice, and court officials cited safety and security reasons for the closure of the public sidewalk area in…

Gulfport, Jackson, and Hattiesburg were recently named the best places to live in Mississippi, according to a new report by U.S. News & World Report. The ranking assessed factors like quality of life, affordability, and employment opportunities across cities in the Magnolia State. Gulfport earned the top spot due to its coastal charm, growing tourism…

As temperatures rise in the Southwest, it’s crucial for pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their dogs safe and cool. Experts advise against walking dogs on hot pavement or during peak heat hours, as dogs can easily suffer from heatstroke or paw pad burns. Providing plenty of shade, access to cool water, and…

Florida’s real estate market is sending out an ominous signal to the rest of the U.S., as rising costs, climate change risks, and insurance issues begin pushing prospective buyers away. Once a hotbed for retirees and remote workers, Florida is seeing a slowdown in home sales and an uptick in residents moving out — especially…

Starter homes in California, once considered an accessible entry point into homeownership, have now become largely out of reach for the average buyer due to soaring property values and limited housing supply. According to a new report from Redfin, the state’s least expensive homes are increasingly being purchased by wealthier buyers, effectively shutting out first-time…

U.S. home prices surged to record highs this spring, despite rising mortgage rates that have kept many potential buyers on the sidelines. According to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index, home prices rose 6.3% in March compared to a year earlier, marking the fastest annual increase since late 2022. This trend reflects limited inventory, which continues…

A recent analysis of cost-of-living increases across the United States reveals that inflation continues to affect residents unevenly depending on where they live. Data compiled from the Council for Community and Economic Research’s Cost of Living Index shows that states like Hawaii, California, and New York remain the most expensive due to factors such as…

Cynthia Zwick, a long-time advocate for low-income utility customers in Arizona, has been a vocal presence in policy discussions influencing the affordability and accessibility of energy services. As the executive director of Wildfire, an anti-poverty nonprofit, Zwick has continuously pushed for stronger consumer protections and assistance programs, particularly as electric rates increase due to rising…

After years of soaring home prices and stiff competition, buyers in the Phoenix housing market are finally seeing the advantage shift in their favor. With mortgage rates remaining high and inventory more abundant than in recent years, sellers are increasingly offering price reductions and concessions to attract interest. The median home price in metro Phoenix…