You can now see climate risk data when shopping for a home on Zillow
Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc across the southeastern United States in late September, causing billions of dollars in property damage. This week, another storm, Hurricane Milton, is expected to make landfall in Florida, causing even more destruction.
Mortgage rates are falling. Here’s what you should know before buying a new home
Homebuying in the United States has recently slowed to a crawl, but falling mortgage rates could soon jolt it back to life.
Big changes to how you buy and sell a home go into effect today: What you need to know
On Saturday, a new set of rules governing how most real estate professionals do business in the US officially take effect — and the changes could potentially upend how Americans buy and sell homes.
Harris to announce 4-year plan to lower housing costs
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to announce Friday what her campaign is describing as a four-year plan to lower housing costs, including $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homeowners and actions aimed at spurring the construction of new housing, including tax incentives for building starter homes.
Harris has a plan to fix one of America’s biggest economic problems. Here’s what it means for you
Americans across the political spectrum can agree on this: Rent is expensive, and buying a home can feel nearly impossible.
Biggest shakeup in a century set to hit real estate agents this week: Here’s how they’re preparing
Realtors across the US are bracing for a seismic shift in the way they do business. Starting August 17, new rules will roll out that overhaul the way Realtors get paid to help people buy and sell their homes.
Work from home could lead to more homes in vacant offices
Most Americans know the No. 1 rule in real estate: “location, location, location.” But for some developers, there’s a new winning strategy: “recycle, recycle, recycle.”
Netflix has a plan to keep you paying for your subscription
Football, wrestling and immersive experiences: This year, Netflix has expanded beyond its usual scripted and reality TV offerings.
Scammers tried to steal Graceland. Here’s how to make sure they don’t get your home
Last month, a much-beloved piece of American history was nearly stolen – but not in a museum heist or a home burglary. Instead, self-proclaimed scammers used a fraudulent real estate scheme.
Want a low mortgage rate? Take someone else’s
For homebuyers struggling to afford a home amid stubbornly high mortgage rates and surging prices, there’s a little-known workaround that can help turn back the clock to the days of ultra-low monthly mortgage payments. But it comes with a few caveats.
Amazon officially joins Dow Jones Industrial Average, boots out Walgreens
Amazon on Monday was officially added to Wall Street’s most venerable stock index, the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Amazon replacing Walgreens in Dow Jones Industrial Average
Walgreens Boots Alliance is getting the boot from the 30-stock Dow Jones Industrial Average and Amazon is taking its place.
Disney’s Bob Iger: The company has turned a corner - stock shooting higher
Disney has had a rough couple of years after CEO Bob Iger returned from a brief retirement. But the media veteran said Disney is finally on the path toward success again.
Apple profits beat year-long losing streak; still struggles in China
Apple on Thursday reported a slowdown in sales in China, its third-largest market, but still posted profits that turned around a year-long losing streak.
Judge dismisses Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and allies
A US judge has dismissed Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his political allies, including the board he appointed to oversee Disney’s property in Florida.
Why gas always costs more in California
Gas prices in the United States have slid from their all-time peak in fall 2022, but there are drivers in at least one state who still pull up to the pump and cringe.
