How much you need to earn to afford an apartment in your state
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.
Georgia homeowners falling behind on mortgage payments
A new study shows rising taxes and insurance costs are driving up mortgage delinquencies. Here’s where.
A new study shows rising taxes and insurance costs are driving up mortgage delinquencies. Here’s where.
Austell City Council votes to raise property tax by more than 150%
The hike is expected to cost the average homeowner nearly $600 more per year, as the city grapples with a $1.6 million budget shortfall due to lower-than-expected gas utility revenue.
The hike is expected to cost the average homeowner nearly $600 more per year, as the city grapples with a $1.6 million budget shortfall due to lower-than-expected gas utility revenue.
Nepo-homebuyers? Nearly 1 in 4 young Americans use family money to fund down payment
A new survey shows that rising housing costs are pushing Gen Z and millennial buyers to get creative with down payments.
A new survey shows that rising housing costs are pushing Gen Z and millennial buyers to get creative with down payments.
Comparing the best cities for first-time home buyers in 2025
Consumers searching for their first home may find quality options in these areas. See the list.
Consumers searching for their first home may find quality options in these areas. See the list.
Photos: Medley Johns Creek under construction at Johns Creek Town Center
City officials anticipate the Town Center will enhance the quality of life in Johns Creek.
City officials anticipate the Town Center will enhance the quality of life in Johns Creek.
Most homeowners won't even consider selling this year, thanks to mortgage rates
Stubbornly high mortgage rates have left leery homeowners and potential home buyers reluctant to take the plunge, according to a new Bankrate survey.
Stubbornly high mortgage rates have left leery homeowners and potential home buyers reluctant to take the plunge, according to a new Bankrate survey.
Residents at Fairburn Gordon Apartments endure scorching heat amid air conditioning failures
Residents at Fairburn Gordon Apartments are facing ongoing habitability issues, including lack of air conditioning, broken appliances, and infestations.
Residents at Fairburn Gordon Apartments are facing ongoing habitability issues, including lack of air conditioning, broken appliances, and infestations.
‘I buy crack houses’ billboards spark backlash in Cleveland neighborhoods
Billboards with slogans like “We buy crack houses" have popped up across Cleveland, sparking backlash from neighbors and city leaders who say the ads are offensive and disrespectful.
Billboards with slogans like “We buy crack houses" have popped up across Cleveland, sparking backlash from neighbors and city leaders who say the ads are offensive and disrespectful.
Rent payments could help Americans qualify for a mortgage, FHFA says
Experts say policy change will help Americans with 'thinner credit files' build equity and generational wealth.
Experts say policy change will help Americans with 'thinner credit files' build equity and generational wealth.
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage: study
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage compared to all other homebuyers, a new analysis found.
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage compared to all other homebuyers, a new analysis found.
Cities with the most pet-friendly landlords
Your chances of finding a pet-friendly rental are higher in some cities than others. Here's the list.
Your chances of finding a pet-friendly rental are higher in some cities than others. Here's the list.
Condo prices dipped 2% in May marking second-largest decline on record, report finds
The price of a condo dropped significantly lower than the cost of a home, according to a new housing report.
The price of a condo dropped significantly lower than the cost of a home, according to a new housing report.
The American dream slips further away as younger adults retreat to parents' homes
Real estate expert Mauricio Umansky sees a growing trend of adult children returning home.
Real estate expert Mauricio Umansky sees a growing trend of adult children returning home.
New Georgia program offers more help for first-time homebuyers
New Georgia Dream Peach Advantage program launches July 1 to help first-time homebuyers.
New Georgia Dream Peach Advantage program launches July 1 to help first-time homebuyers.
Demolition of former Atlanta Medical Center to begin, no plans for hospital replacement
Wellstar and Integral Group plan to redevelop the former Atlanta Medical Center site into a "community hub."
Wellstar and Integral Group plan to redevelop the former Atlanta Medical Center site into a "community hub."
Roswell acquires land for 50-acre park honoring Spruill family
Roswell plans to create a new 50-acre park by purchasing a 24-acre property for $7.5 million and combining it with an existing 25-acre parcel.
Roswell plans to create a new 50-acre park by purchasing a 24-acre property for $7.5 million and combining it with an existing 25-acre parcel.
Here's how much you need to earn to buy a home in 2025, report shows
A recent housing report reveals that prospective homebuyers are facing obstacles to affording a home based on rising costs, which is a contributing factor to lower homeownership rates.
A recent housing report reveals that prospective homebuyers are facing obstacles to affording a home based on rising costs, which is a contributing factor to lower homeownership rates.
More seniors are choosing to rent over buying, new study shows
Between 2013 and 2023, renters that are aged 65 and older grew by nearly 30%.
Between 2013 and 2023, renters that are aged 65 and older grew by nearly 30%.
Top five buyer-friendly housing markets offer price cuts and increased inventory
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.