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fromSFGATE
12 hours ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Fairway or driveway? The furious debate over building houses on golf courses

Protesters oppose a housing development on Enderby Golf Course, emphasizing the need to preserve green spaces and affordable housing.
#affordable-housing
fromSFGATE
7 hours ago
LA real estate

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Greenwich Village advocates raise concerns about massive planned affordable housing development | amNewYork

Community advocates oppose a 31-story affordable housing project due to concerns over the developer's history as a problematic landlord.
Real estate
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
7 hours ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 hours ago

Starting At $788 For A Studio, Affordable Apartments Break Ground In Brooklyn

A new affordable housing development in Cypress Hills will provide 213 units, including supportive housing and community space, near transit access.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
18 hours ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Greenwich Village advocates raise concerns about massive planned affordable housing development | amNewYork

Community advocates oppose a 31-story affordable housing project due to concerns over the developer's history as a problematic landlord.
Real estate
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
#housing-market
fromFortune
15 hours ago
SF real estate

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

fromFortune
2 days ago
SF real estate

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Zillow just downgraded its home price forecast across over 400 housing markets-see the map

U.S. home prices are projected to remain stable with a 0.0% change from March 2026 to March 2027.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Home prices are falling in these 89 housing markets-see what's behind it

U.S. home prices increased by 0.8% year-over-year from March 2025 to March 2026, showing a slowdown in growth compared to previous years.
SF real estate
fromFortune
15 hours ago

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

The shortage of starter homes in America is primarily due to mortgage industry practices that favor larger loans over affordable housing.
SF real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

The housing markets in Florida and Texas are experiencing a significant buyer's market shift, with sellers outnumbering buyers substantially.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Zillow just downgraded its home price forecast across over 400 housing markets-see the map

U.S. home prices are projected to remain stable with a 0.0% change from March 2026 to March 2027.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Home prices are falling in these 89 housing markets-see what's behind it

U.S. home prices increased by 0.8% year-over-year from March 2025 to March 2026, showing a slowdown in growth compared to previous years.
Boston
fromSFGATE
7 hours ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
SF politics
fromKqed
5 hours ago

With Cost of Living Rising, Cuts to Housing Programs Put San Francisco on Edge | KQED

Proposed budget cuts threaten essential services for low- and middle-income families, risking increased homelessness and job loss in San Francisco.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z graduates' best shot at good pay and homeownership isn't in New York or L.A.-it's Omaha and Dallas | Fortune

Recent college graduates may find better job opportunities in less flashy cities than traditional hotspots like New York City and Los Angeles.
#homeownership
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
Relationships

When Our Friends See Our New House, They're Going to Have Questions. The Answers Might Upset Them.

fromFortune
1 day ago
NYC real estate

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago
Real estate

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago
Real estate

Webinar | First-time homebuyer educational webinar with a Florida focus! | amNewYork

A virtual webinar will help first-time homebuyers in Florida navigate the homeownership process on May 12.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

When Our Friends See Our New House, They're Going to Have Questions. The Answers Might Upset Them.

Honesty and gratitude are key when sharing news of homeownership with friends who may not have the same opportunities.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

The average age of first-time homebuyers remains in the mid-30s, with declining home ownership affecting all age groups equally.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.
Real estate
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago

Webinar | First-time homebuyer educational webinar with a Florida focus! | amNewYork

A virtual webinar will help first-time homebuyers in Florida navigate the homeownership process on May 12.
#homebuilding
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Toll Brothers expands luxury footprint with Buffington acquisition

Scale, discipline, and strategic positioning are crucial for homebuilders, as demonstrated by Toll Brothers' acquisition of Buffington Homes in a growing market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

How one builder cut cycle time by 30 days with integrated ops

Private homebuilders face uncertainty, requiring quick adaptation and operational resilience, as demonstrated by Parkside Builders' digital transformation.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Toll Brothers expands luxury footprint with Buffington acquisition

Scale, discipline, and strategic positioning are crucial for homebuilders, as demonstrated by Toll Brothers' acquisition of Buffington Homes in a growing market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

How one builder cut cycle time by 30 days with integrated ops

Private homebuilders face uncertainty, requiring quick adaptation and operational resilience, as demonstrated by Parkside Builders' digital transformation.
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
LA real estate

Sound Off: What are some important questions buyers should ask themselves as they search for properties?

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

HomeServices of America launches all-in-one real estate solution

HomeServices of America launched OnePoint, a platform integrating brokerage, mortgage, title, and insurance services for a streamlined real estate transaction experience.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Sound Off: What are some important questions buyers should ask themselves as they search for properties?

Buyers must negotiate with themselves before falling in love with a home to succeed in a competitive market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

HomeServices of America launches all-in-one real estate solution

HomeServices of America launched OnePoint, a platform integrating brokerage, mortgage, title, and insurance services for a streamlined real estate transaction experience.
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The U.S. Is Poised For Its First-Ever Population Decline And All It Took Was Making It A Bad Place To Live - Above the Law

The U.S. may experience its first annual population decline due to low growth rates and decreasing fertility.
Startup companies
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Beazer Homes CEO Allan Merrill on sustainability and affordability

Employee service initiatives and a focus on energy efficiency drive Beazer Homes' culture and success under CEO Allan Merrill's leadership.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Low-income Marin City residents sound alarm over $266M project with concerns of being forced out

Low-income residents of Golden Gate Village fear displacement due to a $266 million renovation project despite assurances of relocation during construction.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer

Pearlene Darby died from infections and bedsores after alleged neglect in a nursing home, leading to a lawsuit against the facility and its owner.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 hours ago

Taylor Morrison pares incentives and leans into buyer choice

Taylor Morrison's Q1 2026 performance reflects a strategic intent to prioritize customer conviction over transactional coercion, emphasizing a mindset of winning hearts and minds rather than competing solely on price.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromAol
3 hours ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
8 hours ago

The Insider: Crown Heights Reno Burnishes Landmarked House

A thorough renovation transformed a historic townhouse into a modern single-family home while preserving its original features.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

OC continues to outpace LA on office conversions

Orange County outpaces Los Angeles in office conversions due to development-friendly processes and discounted office space availability.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Rockridge Trader Joe's Could Be Redeveloped as Senior Living Towers

Align Real Estate proposes a large senior living development at the Rockridge Trader Joe's site in Oakland, featuring two high-rise towers.
Boston real estate
fromKqed
12 hours ago

'They're Bleeding Us Dry': Rent Hikes, Evictions in California Mobile Home Parks | KQED

Residents face significant rent increases and feel powerless against management's decisions.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A moment that changed me: I thought landlords were unchallengeable until I met one of mine at a party

A chance encounter with a former landlord reveals the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships and personal feelings of powerlessness.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

AI isn't to blame for the housing crisis

Artificial intelligence is shifting from a political target to a focus of federal regulation and innovation, particularly in the housing sector.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 hours ago

Opinion: Most Empty Rent-Stabilized Apartments Don't Need a Lot to be Habitable

Landlords are warehousing thousands of rent-stabilized apartments despite low vacancy rates, citing high costs that may not reflect actual repair needs.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
#tax-policy
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | NYC's proposed pied-a-terre won't fix the problem | amNewYork

Taxing the rich may not effectively address complex financial issues facing constituents and could harm the city's economy.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | NYC's proposed pied-a-terre won't fix the problem | amNewYork

Taxing the rich may not effectively address complex financial issues facing constituents and could harm the city's economy.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

G4Capital bullish on LA resi market despite investors exiting California

G4Capital Partners opens a Los Angeles office to address the lending gap in California's residential market left by traditional banks.
#housing-affordability
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
2 days ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
16 hours ago

When standard DSCR falls short: What real estate investors should know about no-ratio financing

More investor deals are struggling to meet standard DSCR due to high home prices and transitional properties, leading to increased interest in No-Ratio financing.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Developers Buy Contested Atlantic Avenue Site in Brooklyn

Developers have acquired key properties in the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan area to pursue a mixed-use project aligned with new zoning rules.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

D.R. Horton executed again, and smaller builders feel the squeeze

D.R. Horton demonstrates strong performance amid a challenging housing market, marked by profitability and order growth despite affordability constraints.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 hours ago

Older divorced women priced out of housing are finding a lifeline in tiny home villages

After the divorce, I had to settle somewhere. Your choice is limited, said Margot Hollander, reflecting on her housing options as a retired dance teacher with a modest income.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Greenpoint Row House

Bay Ridge co-op, Prospect Lefferts Gardens row house, and Park Slope brownstone are the most popular listings this week.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

If you want a stronger exit, build earnings beyond real estate commissions

Brokerages should consider title ownership to enhance earnings, diversify revenue, and improve valuation beyond traditional commission-based metrics.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

NAR's strategic plan gets a tune-up as leadership pushes for faster results

Nykia Wright, CEO of NAR, stated, "Rebuilding trust requires more than words—it requires visible progress. That's why we're committed to sharing clear, regular updates that show members how this work is making a real difference."
Real estate
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

How to Keep the Suburbs Tenant-Free

The rise of corporate landlords is reshaping suburban housing, increasing rental options but facing potential legislative challenges.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

8 Best U.S. Cities for First-time Homebuyers Looking for Affordability and Opportunity

Certain U.S. metro areas offer better conditions for first-time homebuyers, with improved affordability and less competition.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

America's housing shortage stems from more than overregulation

America's housing shortage is a long-term issue, with permits significantly below historical averages and a homeowner vacancy rate at a record low.
Real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

The US cities with the most affordable rent in 2026

Rental markets vary significantly across US cities, with some renters spending over 33% of their income on rent, while others spend around 18.5%.
Real estate
fromFortune
6 days ago

Older millennials are starting to act like boomers in the housing market - and pulling away from the pack | Fortune

Older Millennials have become the highest-earning home buyers, leveraging home equity to upgrade to larger properties.
Renovation
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Americans Say They Want Big Homes. I Know What They Need Instead.

Homes should prioritize compact, efficient living—like cruise ship staterooms—rather than larger suburban houses that often reduce homeowners' satisfaction.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Why the hiring rate matters more than unemployment for the housing market

The labor market remains strong with low unemployment, impacting housing stability and reducing risks of distressed inventory.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Growing micro markets were a single-family outlier in late 2025

Single-family construction declined in most areas in late 2025, except for micro counties, which saw a 1.6% increase.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Homebuying power improves as prices cool, inventory expands

Realtor Todd Luong of REMAX DFW Associates in Frisco said his recent experience reflects meaningful improvement for buyers, even if affordability remains strained. Here in the Dallas real estate market that I serve, affordability remains a challenge, he says. However, there is a significant amount of data showing that buyer conditions have improved over the past year and that buyers are gaining affordability ground. This should eventually increase housing demand to some degree as we head into the busy spring buying season.
Real estate
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