Mortgage rates have slightly dropped to 6.8%, but high home prices limit affordability. The Northeast shows strong growth and rental yields, making it a resilient market. The South offers value with rising inventory and cooling prices. The West is mixed, with expensive coastal cities and opportunities in the Sun Belt. The Midwest remains steady with balanced growth. Investors should focus on rental...
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Overall Score: 71.4 Economics: 67.0 Human Capital: 56.3 Quality of Life: 69.2 Environment: 84.1...
Inventory projected to rise ~7–8% in early 2025. Modest price growth likely extending into 2026....
The median home price was ~$760K, ↓ 0.3% yearly in May 2025. Inventory ↑ 18.9% MoM, reaching 2,652 homes....
Selling your home requires careful preparation to attract buyers and achieve a good price. Key steps include decluttering and depersonalizing to create a spacious environment, deep cleaning every room for a strong impression, making necessary repairs to avoid negotiation issues, enhancing curb appeal with landscaping and exterior maintenance, and staging the home to highlight its best features. Proper...
Southern Nevada's housing market has surged, with median home prices around $450,000, but many homeowners lack wills or trusts to protect their equity. Population growth, limited housing supply, and land restrictions drive prices up. Without estate planning, families face probate delays, creditor claims, and tax risks. Homeowners should assess equity, create living trusts, record transfer-on-death...
Las Vegas home prices are forecasted to rise 3.5–4.8%, reaching $439K–$444K by early 2026Inventory remains tight as most new builds target luxury and rentals, sidelining affordable single-family homes....
Nevada's new law, effective Oct. 1, protects renters from hidden fees by requiring landlords to disclose all rent-related charges upfront. Tenants must be able to review leases easily, have a free rent payment option, and receive refunds if application fees are paid for unavailable units. Renters can take legal action against surprise fees. The lawmaker will hold town halls to educate tenants on...
Nevada's legislature advanced a bill allowing first-time homebuyers earning under $140,000 to reduce mortgage interest rates through state subsidies, potentially helping about 1,000 families. Critics argue it shifts costs to taxpayers, offers limited relief, and ignores deeper housing issues like regulation and permitting delays. Conservatives advocate for market-based solutions over government...
To all great Americans around the world, a very Happy Fourth of July to you all. This day is incredibly significant as the day the United States officially became its own nation. Let’s celebrate America’s birthday with festivals, parades, fireworks and other festive activities.The 4th of July marks the day America became a country where people have a right to...