Home prices rose in most U.S. metros in late 2025. Florida saw some price softening tied to higher inventory, while homeowners continue to hold significant equity.

Well-planned sheds can improve backyard organization and usable space, with prefab and custom options that balance storage needs, budget and resale appeal.

With budgets of $500, $1,000 or $5,000, modest bedroom updates like paint, bedding and window treatments can improve how a home shows.

Simple bedroom upgrades, including paint, bedding and window treatments, can improve how a home shows at $500, $1,000 or $5,000 price points.

With prices outpacing wages and mortgage rates elevated, some owners offset monthly costs by renting rooms, co-buying with friends or creating shared living setups.

A new survey finds 39% of Americans are more likely to move aging parents into their homes than consider assisted living or nursing facilities.

By skipping the perfect-home myth, first-time buyers can focus on budget, condition and location, and choose a home and neighborhood that truly fit how they live.

Mortgage rates edged higher, with 30-year loans at 6.1% (up from 6.09%) and 15-year rates at 5.49%. Buyers and sellers are watching what comes next.

A new roof can boost curb appeal, buyer confidence and deal certainty. Beyond looks, roof age can influence appraisals, insurance and financing decisions.

With no immediate rate changes from the Fed, the next moves for mortgage rates may depend on economic reports and any action involving mortgage-backed securities.

At NAR’s annual Policy Forum, policymakers highlighted ideas to boost home sales, including updating capital gains rules and reducing FHA red tape.

A new NAR survey highlights how affordability pressures, limited supply and reduced mobility are shaping buyer, owner and renter sentiment nationwide.