Sales and Texting? Know the Rules
Texting your sales prospects en masse can be an efficient way to get your message through if you follow these best practices
Will NAR's Landmark Commissions Settlement Lower Housing Costs?
The $418 million deal changes long-standing rules—written and unwritten—that consumers claim inflated sales commissions for home sellers, including new-home builders
January's Mortgage Rate Dip Prompts Some Thawing of the Housing Market
A drop in mortgage rates from recent peaks nudged more homebuyers and sellers into the market, signaling the start of greater supply and demand
Report Explores US Homeownership Trends, Finds Minorities Making Gains
A new National Association of Realtors report finds Asian Americans and Hispanics have made the greatest gains in homeownership over the past decade
Consumers Show Renewed Optimism About Homebuying
Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index reaches its highest level in almost two years
The Best Places to Buy a Home During Fall
These housing markets offer greater inventory and more affordable list prices during the fall season
Zillow Forecast Picks the Hottest Housing Markets for 2016
Denver, Seattle, and Dallas remain at the top of the list.
Forecast Says Existing Home Sales Up, New Home Sales Down
Even after a sharp November decline, sales of existing homes are expected to rebound in December.
Tool Determines How Much Square Footage Millennials Can Buy
In major cities, young potential buyers are having trouble buying even modest-sized houses.
What to Expect from the Housing Market in 2016
Homeowners could see price gain, and first-time buyers might find it easier to borrow
Where to Find a Bargain Home
Buyers are always looking for a good deal, but a bargain isn’t always a low price.
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Starter Homes on the Rise
After some success, firms are trying out cheaper offerings in markets across the nation
What to Expect from the Housing Market in 2016
A Zillow economist shares thoughts on hot markets, Millennial homebuying, and new house trends.