Simple steps can make a home listing stand out

Sellers can attract more buyer attention by highlighting a home’s unique features, keeping descriptions clear and honest, and showcasing the surrounding community.

Why more Americans are turning to co-buying to afford a home

More buyers are teaming up with friends or relatives to split the down payment, mortgage and other homeownership costs, making it easier to buy in today’s affordability-challenged market.

Foreclosed homes give buyers another path to savings

Foreclosed homes sold for a median 27.2% below their estimated value, giving cost-conscious buyers another option as listings reached a six-year high, Realtor.com reported. Economists said the increase reflects a return to more normal market conditions, not a housing crisis.

AI and home automation expected to reshape daily living within 20 years

Artificial intelligence and home automation are reshaping how homes function, from keyless entry and smarter kitchens to lighting, climate control, sleep tracking and bathroom health features that respond more directly to daily routines.