Consumer News Home Prices May Still Be Rising But Rents Are Falling

Where are home prices headed this December? Here's what to consider now.

So where are home prices headed this December, specifically? We spoke with housing market and lending experts to get a better idea on how prices could change in the final weeks of the year. Below, ... Read More

Rents are falling. Will home prices follow?

Rents are falling across the country, which is good news for renters. But what does that mean for renters who want to buy homes? Read More

Home prices are falling in these 105 major housing markets

Among the nation’s 300 largest metro areas, 105 major housing markets are seeing year-over-year home price declines. Read More

Half of America’s major housing markets now have falling home prices

Fresh data shows that as of August, 25 of the 50 biggest U.S. metro areas—representing half of the country’s major housing markets—are seeing prices fall compared with last year. That share has ... Read More

Rent is rising in most large housing markets

U.S. median asking rent rose 2.6% in August to $1,790, the sharpest jump since late 2022. Rents are climbing again after nearly two years of stagnation, driven by strong demand and fewer new ... Read More

America's deepening affordability crisis summed up in 5 charts

Although inflation has eased, many Americans say they still feel squeezed financially. Here are five areas where households are feeling the pinch. Read More