Lauren Holloway is a personal finance and real estate correspondent for Crezzio. She specializes in creating practical guides for consumers on navigating the housing market, from buying and selling to investing and sustainable living.
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California still offers homes under $800,000 across diverse locations, including a midcentury modern compound in Yucca Valley, a rustic cabin in Cazadero, and an updated townhouse in Oakland.
A real estate expert shares a strategic guide for homebuyers on how to prioritize essential features like location, layout, and future needs to ensure a successful and satisfying purchase.
Home sellers who bypass the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) often lose thousands of dollars, a new report finds. The share of on-MLS listings is rising, especially in high-value markets like San Franci
A year after a landmark legal settlement, real estate commission rates have largely rebounded to historical norms, with sellers still predominantly paying buyer agent fees. Initial drops in fees were
Sophisticated rental scams are on the rise on TikTok and Instagram, where fraudsters use real apartment videos and agent identities to steal application fees.
Fathom Holdings is launching a major expansion of its START Real Estate subsidiary, initially targeting first-time homebuyers in Utah, Arizona, and Nevada.
A historic four-bedroom home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, listed for $595,000, shines a light on the value and lifestyle available in the city's housing market.
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. reported $1.6 billion in Q3 2025 revenue, up $91 million year-over-year, but a net loss of $13 million. Transaction volume increased 7%, outpacing the market, as the company
A Colonial-style home in Mashpee is on the market for $629,000, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and over 1,600 square feet. Located on 0.72 acres at the end of a cul-de-sac, it borders conser
New York City's famously narrow townhouse, located at 75½ Bedford Street, is on the market for $4.195 million. The 9.5-foot-wide home has a rich history.
Alabama's housing market is cooling, with home values dropping by 0.4% from January to September. Most counties and cities saw price declines, influenced by higher interest rates and a shift from a se
A new study of 14 million home sales reveals that buyers who win bidding wars often overpay by 8%, leading to lower annual returns and a higher risk of mortgage default.
The timeline for homeownership to become more financially beneficial than renting has stretched to 7-9 years on average, and up to 20 years in major cities.
Ten homes sold in Cortland County in the last week of October, with prices ranging from a $35,000 property in Cortlandville to a $785,000 home in Virgil.
Fraudulent rental applications are surging nationwide, driven by high housing costs. Landlords report sophisticated scams, including AI-generated documents, leading to increased evictions and financia
Florida's homestead exemption offers homeowners a way to lower property taxes by up to $50,000 in assessed value and protects their homes from most creditors.
The U.S. real estate industry is navigating unprecedented legal turmoil, with a major settlement by the National Association of Realtors set to reshape agent commissions and industry practices.
A Rhode Island real estate agent went the extra mile for a client, wearing the owner's 12-year-old dog in a baby carrier during all home showings.
A new Arizona State University program is providing in-depth water education to real estate agents to help them better advise clients on supply and security.
The Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut is unlikely to lower mortgage payments, as the move was already priced in by markets and overshadowed by inflation.