Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping, survey says | ChicagoLIVE
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Could portable and 50-year mortgages help Americans afford homes again? Expert weighs in
Jenna Stauffer, a real estate broker and market analyst, explains how portable and 50-year mortgages might ease today’s housing costs and whether they could reshape — or overheat — the market.
Jenna Stauffer, a real estate broker and market analyst, explains how portable and 50-year mortgages might ease today’s housing costs and whether they could reshape — or overheat — the market.
More homebuyers are moving to Chicago’s far suburbs – here’s what’s driving the shift | ChicagoNOW
As home prices rise, buyers are heading to the outer suburbs. Realtor Matt Laricy breaks down the trend, the demographics driving it, and the suburbs gaining traction. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
As home prices rise, buyers are heading to the outer suburbs. Realtor Matt Laricy breaks down the trend, the demographics driving it, and the suburbs gaining traction. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Here's the ‘most affordable’ city in the US for 2025
Here’s which city topped the list as the most affordable U.S. city, offering low home prices and strong buyer incentives.
Here’s which city topped the list as the most affordable U.S. city, offering low home prices and strong buyer incentives.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
The hottest home feature for 2025 might surprise you
Here's a look at which housing features are rising fast in home listings and which ones are trending down.
Here's a look at which housing features are rising fast in home listings and which ones are trending down.
Trump admin exploring idea of 'portable mortgages,' but what are they?
A quick breakdown of how portable mortgages work.
A quick breakdown of how portable mortgages work.
What are portable, assumable mortgages?
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
50-year mortgage: Housing director calls Trump’s idea ‘complete game changer’
President Trump over the weekend floated the idea of introducing a 50-year mortgage – and appears to have the support of the federal housing agency. Here's what they're saying.
President Trump over the weekend floated the idea of introducing a 50-year mortgage – and appears to have the support of the federal housing agency. Here's what they're saying.
The 10 states where homeowners save the most on property taxes
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Thirteen US cities still have apartments under $1K despite rent surge
Rent prices continue to surge in some markets. However, affordable options still exist in certain parts of the country.
Rent prices continue to surge in some markets. However, affordable options still exist in certain parts of the country.
Solo women homebuyers 30% more likely to be denied mortgage than solo men: study
Analysts say the reason for the large disparity is two-fold.
Analysts say the reason for the large disparity is two-fold.
Nearly 1 in 5 homes slashed prices last month, despite falling mortgage rates
Buyers still have the upper hand in the housing market, with more homes to choose from and nearly 20% of sellers slashing their prices in September.
Buyers still have the upper hand in the housing market, with more homes to choose from and nearly 20% of sellers slashing their prices in September.
Potential homebuyers are giving up, survey finds
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
Affordable housing ordinance heads to city council amid concerns over Obama Center impact
A proposed ordinance aimed at safeguarding Chicago residents in neighborhoods surrounding the Obama Presidential Center is headed to the full city council for a vote.
A proposed ordinance aimed at safeguarding Chicago residents in neighborhoods surrounding the Obama Presidential Center is headed to the full city council for a vote.
Mortgage rates are decreasing the most in these states, data shows
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
Mortgage rates are dropping nationwide. Find out which states are seeing the biggest decreases and what it means for homeowners.
The best week to buy a home in 2025 is coming up soon: Here's when
During this week, buyers may see up to 33% more active listings than at the start of the year and save over $15,000 on average, according to the new report.
During this week, buyers may see up to 33% more active listings than at the start of the year and save over $15,000 on average, according to the new report.
Mortgage rates plunge ?What this means for homebuyers and sellers | ChicagoNOW
Mortgage rates just saw their biggest one-day drop in months?hitting their lowest level since late 2022. The average 30-year fixed rate dipped to 6.13% on Tuesday, as investors anticipate a widely expected rate cut by the Federal Reserve. But as we?ve seen before, what looks like relief for homebuyers can quickly shift?especially if rates move unexpectedly after the Fed?s decision.
Mortgage rates just saw their biggest one-day drop in months?hitting their lowest level since late 2022. The average 30-year fixed rate dipped to 6.13% on Tuesday, as investors anticipate a widely expected rate cut by the Federal Reserve. But as we?ve seen before, what looks like relief for homebuyers can quickly shift?especially if rates move unexpectedly after the Fed?s decision.
Tesla rises after Musk buy, Tyson drops corn syrup & shoe price hikes | Business News
Tesla stock rose after Elon Musk purchased over 2.5 million shares. Meanwhile, former President Trump is calling to end quarterly earnings reports. Tyson Foods announced plans to remove high fructose corn syrup from their products by the end of the year. Good & Gather is recalling thousands of burrito bowls due to an undeclared allergen. Additionally, shoe prices may increase as a result of tariffs.
Tesla stock rose after Elon Musk purchased over 2.5 million shares. Meanwhile, former President Trump is calling to end quarterly earnings reports. Tyson Foods announced plans to remove high fructose corn syrup from their products by the end of the year. Good & Gather is recalling thousands of burrito bowls due to an undeclared allergen. Additionally, shoe prices may increase as a result of tariffs.