New Homebuyers Are Paying a Record ‘Entry Fee’ To Own a Home

New Homebuyers Are Paying a Record ‘Entry Fee’ To Own a Home

It’s not secret that housing is expensive, but what’s less apparent is the widening financial gap between existing homeowners and those looking to gain a foothold in the market.  Since the COVID-19... Read more »
‘Why us?’: Housing nonprofits are paying millions in ‘mansion tax’

‘Why us?’: Housing nonprofits are paying millions in ‘mansion tax’

Since the “mansion tax” took effect last April, a bevy of groups have aired their grievances. Developers claim the tax eats into their profit margins, stifling new housing projects. Commercial property owners... Read more »
Renovation projects remain popular, but homeowners often need help paying for them

Renovation projects remain popular, but homeowners often need help paying for them

Ongoing supply and affordability challenges in the housing market have frustrated many homeowners who have looked to trade up or relocate for various reasons. In response, some consumers have turned to renovation... Read more »
NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) urged the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) to revise its policies that ban veterans from paying broker commissions, an issue that is gaining attention following... Read more »