Housing Insights Central

The State of New York's Consumer Protection Division has recently brought to light the dangers associated with reverse mortgages, particularly focusing on how these financial arrangements can serve...

President Donald J. Trump's administration has suggested a new idea to make homes more affordable: allowing mortgages that last 50 years instead of the usual 30 years. This proposal aims to help people manage today’s ...

The cost of rent continues to increase across the country, making housing a struggle for many renters. But affordable options are still out there if you get creative. Here are some strategies for rente...

Now that you’ve got your heart set on a dream home, it’s time to figure out the financing. Lucky for you, there are a variety of options when it comes to financing a home purchase. Before ...

The pursuit of the perfect home is a journey that involves equal parts excitement and challenges. From deciphering the ever-evolving housing market to discovering housing programs that cou...

The homelessness crisis in America has reached unprecedented levels, with over 580,000 people experiencing homelessness according to the latest data. While this complex issue requires compre...

This past week, the average 30-year mortgage rate climbed to over 7%. In 2022, mortgage rates more than doubled while housing prices remained high. These trends reflect some of the challenges of finding affordable housing in 2023. The issue of a...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has exciting news for New York City residents. The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is getting more than $37 million to help ...

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are two big companies that help make buying homes more affordable and predictable in America. They are important because they buy home loans from banks and then sell them to investors...