Nebraska homeowners are facing some of the highest insurance premiums in the Midwest, reflecting the state’s exposure to severe weather. While insurance affordability remains manageable in some neighboring states, new data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Realtor.com® 2025 Climate Risk Report

Ohio homeowners benefit from some of the lowest insurance costs in the U.S., even as premiums rise in climate-vulnerable states. While Gulf Coast and Western markets are experiencing sharp affordability challenges, new data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Realtor.com® 2025 Climate Risk Repor

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation aimed at repurposing vacant buildings into affordable housing. Reps. Sam Liccardo (D-Calif.), Maria Salazar (R-Fla.), Johnny Olszewski (D-Md.) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) announced the Revitalizing Empty Structures Into Desirable Envir

Spirit said it is halting 40 routes to focus on stronger markets.

From data-driven platforms to safety apps and legal support, Realtor associations are investing in tools and services to help agents compete in a rapidly changing industry. Leadership from Florida Realtors and Virginia Realtors told HousingWire their focus is on delivering simplicity, integratio

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is continuing to revamp its leadership team. On Friday, the trade association announced the appointment of Amanda Whitehead as its new vice president of event strategy and member engagement. “As NAR charts a new path and as part of our strategic efforts

Foundry Commercial and Wheelock Capital are teaming up to convert a shuttered indoor flea market in Pompano Beach into an industrial complex.  Orlando-based Foundry, led by Paul Ellis, and Greenwich, Connecticut-based Wheelock, led by Rick Kleeman and Jonathan Paul, paid $66 million for the 26-acre

A $4.5 million Los Angeles home struggled to find a buyer until the listing agents hosted a “baby rave” open house. Now, the Crestwood Hills home that had gone through two delistings is in escrow, and it offers a look inside what it takes to move properties in a sluggish market. Delistings have s

Douglas Elliman is being investigated over the alleged potential acquisition by Anywhere, according to a report published by Reuters on Wednesday.  The report cited letters related to the matter seen by Reuters and conversations with three people familiar with the issue. According to these sourc

With the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) set to expire Sept. 30, just as hurricane and wildfire seasons collide with the threat of a federal government shutdown, uncertainty is mounting for homeowners, insurers and the housing market. The NFIP has faced repeated short-term extensions and

Government shutdowns have repeatedly rippled through the real estate industry over the past three decades, delaying loans, snarling flood insurance and rattling buyer confidence. A federal shutdown is days away as of Friday — threatening paychecks for hundreds of thousands of workers, freezing

Waste management mogul Patrick Dovigi dropped $15 million on another waterfront house in Miami Beach’s Sunset Islands. Records show his Dovfam Sunset LLC bought the house at 1601 West 24th Street on Sunset Island III from Franck and Agnes Cohen in an off-market deal. The property is next door to the

With the 2025 Ryder Cup well under way at the Bethpage State Park Black Course in Farmingdale, NY, interest in the iconic tournament has reached fever pitch as the U.S. team goes up against Europe in a bid to reclaim the trophy. Golfing greats like Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIIlroy, Scottie Schef

Boeing can sign off on some of its 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner planes before they're handed over to customers, the FAA said Friday.

As the weather cools and homeowners prepare for the colder months, fall is the perfect time to run a full safety check on your property. Catching issues early can prevent costly emergencies later—and in some cases, keep your family safe. A seasonal inspection doesn’t have to take long, but it

The Miami City Commission finalized a controversial deal to transfer ownership of the historic Olympia Theater in downtown Miami to a charter school company co-founded by rapper Pitbull, whose real name is Armando Christian Perez. On Thursday, city commissioners voted unanimously, 5-0, to sell the 1

With nominations for HousingWire’s 2025 Tech Trendsetters closing on Sept. 30, we’re continuing to spotlight previous honorees and industry leaders for their insights on tech in 2025. We asked one simple question: What project are you most excited about right now? Their responses highlight how

The objection deadline in the final approval process for commission lawsuit settlements reached by eXp World Holdings and Weichert Realtors in the Hooper commission lawsuit brought out several familiar names for those who have closely followed the commission lawsuit saga.  On Friday, the Gibson

Living in the U.S. just got more expensive if you're on a certain visa. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Sept. 18 requiring companies to pay a new $100,000 fee on H-1B visas for highly skilled workers. "The H-1B nonimmigrant visa program was created to bring temporary workers into

Halloween decorating has become bigger, bolder, and more competitive in recent years (think 12-foot skeletons and elaborate sound-and-light shows!) But for homeowners in HOA communities, rules around what’s allowed can dampen spooky season fun. With HOA restrictions on holiday decor becoming m