The reverse mortgage market is expected to see growth in 2026 as lenders and originators adapt to evolving interest rate conditions and innovate to reach more borrowers. John Lunde, founder and president of Reverse Market Insight, said that 2025 marked a shift in focus for many originators, as they

The regulatory and compliance landscape for the title insurance industry grew more complex in 2025, driven by federal anti-money laundering rules, expanding reporting obligations and renewed scrutiny from state regulators. From delayed but still-looming FinCEN requirements to rate reductions, licens

The typical U.S. homebuyer now requires about seven years to save for a down payment, but the timeline varies dramatically by region, from less than two years in an affordable metro with a large military population to nearly four decades in the priciest coastal city.  The good news for households lo

Chemistry is key to any relationship, and the same can be said when you’re looking for the right real estate agent. Not only will connecting with the right agent make the arduous homebuying or selling process easy, but it may also be able to save you money. For buyers, the right agent will be able t

If you’re self-employed, paid on commission, or run a business, you already know the frustration: you can have strong cash flow, great credit, and real assets—yet a traditional mortgage can still feel like a square peg in a round hole. That’s exactly why bank statement loans exist. They’re designed

Now that winter is in full swing, your snowblower may be your best friend. Compared with shoveling snow, this handy machine is more efficient and safer on your body—reducing the risk of strain on your back, shoulders, and heart.  While it might not seem like a big deal, proper storage is the key to

An architectural marvel in Altadena, CA, surrounded by 160 oak trees, constructed from granite boulders, and appearing to emerge from its natural landscape, has recently hit the market for $3,200,000. Built in 1952, the 2,942-square-foot residence known as Boulder Crest is tucked away at the base of

Calling all train enthusiasts! Two renovated cabooses attached to a 1945 Pullman car located on an acre lot with beach access have chugged their way onto the market in Ocean City, WA. Listed for $780,000, the "one-of-a-kind coastal escape" sits on tracks tucked away behind the fenced-in lot, which i

Purchase application data had its first positive year in many years in 2025, meaning we had more positive than negative week-to-week data, and most of the year was positive year over year in almost every weekly print. However, existing home sales will likely be only slightly higher in 2025 than in 2

Airlines waived change fees ahead of a large winter storm and low temperatures after Christmas holiday.

In the heart of the historic district in Dallas, where the streets are lined with prominent early 20th-century homes, a rare opportunity to own one of the city's private residences with a historical landmark designation is now on offer. The four-bedroom estate at 5314 Swiss Ave. is currently listed

"Property Brothers" star Drew and Jonathan Scott have filmed more than 650 episodes of real estate reality TV, tackling hundreds of run-down, derelict, and downright disastrous homes and turning them into real estate gems. Between them, the brothers have faced the worst of the worst in design disast

A recently constructed "waterfront masterpiece" with a new seawall and deep-water dock designed to accommodate a yacht has recently hit the market in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, for $9.9 million. The sanctuary overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway was built in 2023 and features 188 feet of easy-to-navig

The countdown is on to celebrate America's 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 2026. There will be events planned leading up to the milestone—and what better way to look back at the country's history than to learn about how each state got its name. While

The over-50s 'Silver Spenders' are an increasingly influential consumer demographic.

Airlines waived change fees ahead of a large winter storm and low temperatures after Christmas holiday.

If you’re lucky enough to have a garage on your property, converting it into a living space can be an effective way to increase your usable square footage, home value, and potentially, income.  Whether your goal is to create a guest suite, home office, or rental unit, permits, zoning laws, insulatio

In Telluride's Mountain Village, where winters are spent on the slopes and summers on the green, a four-bedroom residence at 192 Country Club Drive strikes the perfect balance of access, convenience, and four-season appeal. Recently listed for $6.29 million, the home sits directly across from the fi

A stylish Joshua Tree, CA, retreat meticulously curated by Alison and Jay Carroll, the founders of olive oil lifestyle brand Wonder Valley, has hit the market for the first time since its makeover. The 1950s homestead has been listed for $1.25 million. The Carrolls, who have made a habit of spending

A stylish Joshua Tree, CA, retreat meticulously curated by Alison and Jay Carroll, the founders of olive oil lifestyle brand Wonder Valley, has hit the market for the first time since its makeover. The 1950s homestead has been listed for $1.25 million. The Carrolls, who have made a habit of spending