What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop

The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.

Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey

The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.

Here are America's 'fastest-growing suburbs' with home values under $500K

If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.

Map: Here are the states with the most 'stale' home inventory

Here are the states with the highest percentage of “stale" inventory, or homes still on the market after 30 days without going under contract, according to Redfin.

Map: Here's how long it takes to sell a house in your state

The median number of days on the market – or the number of days a home sits before going under contact – varies depending on where you live.

Starter-homes' crazy California costs: Redfin data

Prospective buyers need about $80,000 a year to buy a starter home in the U.S. and $285,000 a year in the Bay Area, Redfin data shows.

Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there

A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.

New rules for real estate agent commissions
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Home sellers no longer have to pay blanket commission fees to the home buyer's agent when their home goes on the market.

Getty heir selling Greco-Roman 'Temple of Wings' villa for $5M

A home nestled in the Berkeley hills dubbed the "Temple of Wings" and owned by the Getty family has hit the housing market, carrying a price tag of $5 million. 

Simi Valley home from horror film ‘Poltergeist’ hits the market

The Simi Valley home, which is on the market for the first time in 45 years, is listed for $1,174,999, according to Realtor.com.