Housing Insights Central

In a bit of good news for those looking to buy homes, mortgage rates have seen a slight decrease. The rate for a standard 30-year mortgage has dropped to 6.85%, a slight ease for buyers in today...

Buying a house can seem like a challenging task, especially for individuals living with disabilities. However, there are special home loans and grants to make the process easier and more affordable.   Can You Buy a Ho...

In New York state, homeowners might get some help with their property taxes through the Star program. This week, the state started sending out stimulus checks, which are part of a tax credit system under the STAR pro...

Owning a home is a big part of the American dream, but sometimes, financial troubles can make it hard to keep up with mortgage payments. If you're struggling to make your payments, or you're worried you might fall be...

In a commendable effort to broaden homeownership opportunities for hard-working, low-income families, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has granted $13.5 mill...

Government housing assistance programs provide critical support for millions struggling with unaffordable housing costs. However, demand for aid continues to far outstrip available resources....

Gen Z isn’t just dreaming about owning homes—they’re taking innovative steps to make it happen. One of these strategies is co-buying, where two or more people, such as close friends, family members, o...

Housing prices in the United States are starting to fall in certain areas. According to recent data from Realtor.com, homes are selling more slowly than before. In July 2025, the average home sat on th...

Buying your first home can be tricky, so picking the right mortgage lender is important. Here are five of the best options, explained in simple terms:   1. Rocket Mortgage   Available Natio...