House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city

The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.

Amsterdam Walk redevelopment scaled down following neighborhood concerns

An Atlanta developer is giving in to some of the demands made by neighbors who have been fighting the large-scale redevelopment of Amsterdam Walk.

Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says

The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.

House hacking: Making your home pay for itself

The American Dream of homeownership seems to be slipping away, but FOX 5 real estate expert John Adams says there's a strategic entry point perfect for beginners: house hacking.

Child care now costs more than a mortgage, study finds

Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.

How manufactured homes could solve the housing crisis

Home prices have soared, but FOX 5 real estate expert John Adams believes manufactured housing could help change the trajectory for homeownership in America.

Whopping 78% of aspiring homeowners say they can’t afford the American dream

Owning a home is still the centerpiece of the American dream, a new survey found – but that a vast majority of Americans say they simply can’t afford it.

Georgia Dream Peach Plus loan program aims to make homeownership possible

Georgia has launched the Georgia Dream Peach Plus loan program, aiming to make homeownership more accessible for a wider range of buyers across the state.

Property tax: How to appeal your tax assessment in Georgia

If you own real estate in Georgia, paying your property tax bill is part of your responsibility. But how can you know if your county is asking you to pay more than your fair share?

For the price of a home in LA, you could’ve bought a skyscraper in St. Louis

A recent sale of one of the tallest buildings in St. Louis fetched $3.6 million, a stark contrast to the regular sales of homes in LA for twice that amount, underscoring the tumultuous nature of the current real estate market in America.

This New Jersey town outranked all others as the best place to live

This northeastern community is appealing based on the job market, housing costs, and quality of schools. See what other cities made this year’s list.