Home Prices Will Increase Less Than Expected in 2026, New Forecast Shows

Home prices will grow at a much cooler pace through the end of the year than previously projected, offering welcome relief to would-be buyers facing affordability hurdles. That's according to the Realtor.com® economic research team's 2026 housing forecast midyear update released on Wednesday. The fo

Brands by Integra expands in Georgia

Brands by Integra has expanded its presence in Georgia through the addition of Century 21 Crowe Realty, a brokerage based in Locust Grove. As part of the transition, the brokerage will operate under the Century 21 Integra name. Clint Crowe will remain broker of record and continue overseeing the off

A Major Housing Fix Is Waiting for Trump’s Signature—Leaving Today’s Buyers and Sellers With a Costly Question

Matt Brown says he’s seeing the same dynamic play out again and again: A client gets ready to buy, runs the numbers, then decides to spend another year renting. “Between elevated mortgage rates, insurance quotes that came in far higher than they expected, and a property tax bill that resets to full

Starter Homes Are Out of Reach for Most First-Time Buyers—Except in These Affordable States

It's becoming more and more difficult for aspiring homeowners to break free from renting, but there are still a few states where buying a starter home isn't out of reach, a new report from LendingTree has found. A handful of Southern states offer the best opportunity for renters to make the leap to