Looking to buy your first home? These markets are your best bet in 2025
Countless Americans are looking to buy a house -- they just can't afford it. These markets are the best options for prospective first-time homebuyers, and some might surprise you.
Real estate mogul details how Los Angeles can rebuild after wildfires, says California leaders must ‘step up’
California leaders and politicians are "going to have to step up" and help communities rebuild homes while providing permitting reform, Mauricio Umansky argues.
Luxury realtor details impact of LA wildfires on market, fire insurance costs
Luxury real estate broker Josh Altman discusses the impact on the Los Angeles real estate market from the wildfires and breaks down the costs of rebuilding and insurance.
Airbnb offers Southern California wildfire victims temporary housing
Airbnb said Wednesday that it is teaming up with 211 LA on a free temporary housing initiative in response to the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
How does California rebuild after wildfires? Government 'has to step up,' Mauricio Umansky says
The Agency founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky criticizes state leadership and high homeowner costs, but provides some 'optimism' about rebuilding California in the wake of devastating wildfires.
Mortgage rates rise for fourth straight week, inching closer to 7%
Mortgage rates continued to climb this week, with the 30-year fixed rate notching up toward 7% while housing demand remains stalled amid elevated rates and home prices.
California is guilty of a 'mismanagement of priorities,' Grant Cardone scolds as home is destroyed
10X founder and real estate investor Grant Cardone provides an update on his Malibu home damaged by the California wildfires, criticizes the blue state's government and talks cryptocurrency.
Palisades real estate: How long will it take to rebound from devastating fires?
After the fires are extinguished, a real estate economist told FOX Business that that movement in the market ill kick back up for homes that aren't damaged.
Fed needs 'to be patient' with regards to future rate cuts, exec warns
Penn Mutual Asset Management CIO Mark Heppenstall provides his expectations for the Federal Reserve in 2025 as well as his outlook for the housing market.
U.S. Steel, Nippon sue Biden over decision to block $15B merger
Royal Palm Companies CEO Daniel Kodsi discusses whether President Biden is right to block Nippon's acquisition of U.S. Steel on 'Varney & Co.'
Real estate expert calls out insurance company for ‘taking advantage’ of homeowners
FOX Business real estate contributor Katrina Campins breaks down the latest U.S. housing data during an appearance on ‘FOX Business Live.’
Mortgage rates kick off 2025 with an increase, nearing 7%
Mortgage rates climbed again for a third consecutive week to the since since July, with the 30-year fixed-rate average rising to just under 7% as the housing market remains stalled.
These were the most expensive homes sold in 2024, according to Redfin
The U.S. real estate market has another year in the books after 2024 came to a close this week. Redfin identified houses that clocked the heftiest sale prices last year.
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but the major reason for the increase in homes on the market provides little comfort, according to a new report.
Top US vacation home markets
A new analysis shows which areas of the U.S. were the hottest markets for luxury vacation homes last year – and some of the changes might be surprising.
Sellers have remained 'absolutely stubborn’: Huringa CEO and founder
Huringa CEO and founder Melody Wright explains the outlook for housing prices in 2025 on ‘Making Money.’
What are the top housing spots for 2025?
'The Claman Countdown' panelists Dolly Lenz and Jenny Lenz analyze top places Americans want to live.
Expert lauds DOGE's plan for bank regulators: 'We need these people to go away'
Trendmacro CIO Don Luskin weighs in on DOGE's calls to cut back on bank regulators, the economic impact of mass deportations and housing affordability.
Real estate expert warns homebuyers about added expenses they ‘absolutely do not need’
Global Real Estate adviser Jenna Stauffer breaks down her outlook for the housing market in 2025 during an appearance on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Mortgage rates rise for second straight week, highest since July
This week's increase marked the highest level on the 30-year loan since mid-July, when the rate was 6.89%, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac data.