A Super Bowl-Sized Ghost Story: Inside ‘Haunted’ Winchester Mystery House That Sits Just 12 Minutes From Levi’s Stadium

A Super Bowl-Sized Ghost Story: Inside ‘Haunted’ Winchester Mystery House That Sits Just 12 Minutes From Levi’s Stadium

Just a mere 12-minute drive from the roar of the Super Bowl crowds at Levi’s Stadium, the eerie Winchester Mystery House in San Jose stands in sharp contrast to the modern spectacle... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Drops by 9 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Drops by 9 Basis Points

Today, February 7, 2026, the national average 30-year fixed refinance rate has nudged down, offering a slightly better deal than what we saw last week. Specifically, this popular loan type is now... Read more »
Housing inventory and new listings show impact of winter weather

Housing inventory and new listings show impact of winter weather

Weekly housing inventory data Inventory fell week over week, which isn’t a total surprise for last week, but the magnitude of the decline was notable, and I attribute it to the snowstorm,... Read more »
Proponent of ULA rollback enters mayoral fray

Proponent of ULA rollback enters mayoral fray

Los Angeles’s mayoral race got a lot more interesting hours before the cutoff for candidates to file to run in the June primary. Prominent progressive Councilmember Nithya Raman — a member of... Read more »

‘Backwards Shopping’—and Skipping Costco—Might Be the Key to Lower Grocery Bills

These days, grocery prices are anything but cheap. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts food prices overall will rise 3% this year. Less than two full months into the year,... Read more »
30-Year Fixed Falls to 5.95%, 15-Year Fixed Holds at 5.43%

30-Year Fixed Falls to 5.95%, 15-Year Fixed Holds at 5.43%

As of February 7, 2026, homeowners and prospective buyers can breathe a little easier. The national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has slid back below the psychological 6% barrier, settling at 5.95%... Read more »
Realtor.com Q2 revenue rises 10% as visitor traffic outpaces rivals

Realtor.com Q2 revenue rises 10% as visitor traffic outpaces rivals

“Our powerful audience is increasingly a result of being part of News Corp. We expertly leverage trusted brands — including The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, The Sun U.S., The New York... Read more »
The State of the Los Angeles Mayoral Race

The State of the Los Angeles Mayoral Race

If you missed the Los Angeles State of the City, don’t worry. That’s because a firm grip on where the mayor stands on proposed reforms for Measure United to House L.A. —... Read more »
Iconic ‘Bills Mafia House’ That Sits Mere Feet From Buffalo Team’s Highmark Stadium Hits the Market for Sky-High Price

Iconic ‘Bills Mafia House’ That Sits Mere Feet From Buffalo Team’s Highmark Stadium Hits the Market for Sky-High Price

The Buffalo Bills will be moving into their newly built Highmark Stadium 2.0 for the 2026 season—and now one lucky fan is being given the opportunity to get a front-row seat to... Read more »
Will Rates Drop for Buyers?

Will Rates Drop for Buyers?

Thinking about buying a home or refinancing in February 2026? You’re probably wondering what’s happening with mortgage rates. If you’re hoping for those super-low pandemic rates, I’ve got some news: they’re likely... Read more »