Real Estate

June 25, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Should I keep allowing my neighbor's landscaper...

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., left, and Rep. Maxwell Frost D-Fla., speaks at a desk prepared for President Donald Trump as an official removes the presidential seal, after President Trump canceled the signing the bipartisan Housing Bill on the Capitol Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill into law. What does that mean for homebuyers, renters?

June 24, 2026 at 6:13 p.m.

Refusal could impact aspiring homeowners and renters at a time of high costs.

A guard checks vehicles at the gate of Hollywood Oaks in Hollywood. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

A hassle or peace of mind? How South Floridians really feel about community guard gates

By Lois K. Solomon

June 24, 2026 at 4:51 p.m.

“I tend to feel more secure in a gated community but tend to think it’s...

The recent sale of a Boca Raton mansion reportedly broke the record for most expensive home sale in the city. Experts say it reflects growing interest in the city alongside other ultra-luxury enclaves in the region. (South Florida Sun Sentinel, file)

$75 million Boca Raton mansion was the most expensive home sold in U.S. in May

By Ruth Abramovitz

June 25, 2026 at 12:30 p.m.

Five South Florida homes were among the 10 most expensive home sales in May 2026,...

Some rents may go up if Florida's property tax cuts proposal is approved by voters in November, experts say. (KentWeakley / iStock via Getty Images)

Property tax cuts could end up squeezing some Florida renters

By Abigail Hasebroock

June 19, 2026 at 10:08 a.m.

Some renters may face higher costs if Florida voters approve property tax cuts on the...

Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate falls to 6.47%, tracking lower bond yields as Iran war winds down

June 18, 2026 at 12:26 p.m.

U.S. mortgage rates fell this week as Treasury yields retreat following ceasefire news.

After the collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, many places began requiring older condo buildings to undergo structural inspections and reserve studies, which are engineering reports that outline what a building will need to maintain structural integrity, along with the cost of making those repairs. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Ask a real estate pro: Can condo board set $42K special assessment for structural repairs?

June 18, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Is there any way to fight a...

Realtor Tim Kelly Kiernan sits for a portrait in the lobby of Realty One Group.

What are ‘pocket listings’ in real estate and why are they so controversial?

June 13, 2026 at 10:11 a.m.

Some tout their benefits while others say they lack transparency and can skew market statistics.

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.52%, just below its high for the year

June 11, 2026 at 3:55 p.m.

Borrowing costs on home loans remain elevated relative before Iran war began.

Few things deflate the excitement of an accepted offer faster than a low appraisal. But that starts a negotiation. It does not automatically end your deal or set a new price. (AP file photo)

Ask a real estate pro: How can we still close home sale after low appraisal?

June 11, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Our buyer's appraisal is less than the...

Spirit Airlines headquarters in Dana Beach is shown on May 1, one day before the Dania Beach carrier shut down for good. The facilities will be placed up for auction in bankruptcy court next month, with Broward County as a potential bidder. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Spirit Airlines HQ auction set for late July; Broward County faces tight time frame to opt in or out

June 9, 2026 at 5:32 p.m.

Broward County commissioners have a narrow window for deciding on a bid for Spirit Airlines'...

A for sale sign is seen outside of a home in Wheeling, Illinois.

US home sales surge to the fastest pace this year despite rising mortgage rates and prices

June 9, 2026 at 11:40 a.m.

Sales also rose 3.2% compared with May last year.

Ty and Allisha Setty pose with the two-bedroom house in suburban Cincinnati they bought in May for $170,000. Unlike many new homebuyers, the couple didn’ t need family help with the purchase. (Courtesy Ty and Allisha Setty/Stateline/TNS)

First-time homebuyers face hurdles despite gradual improvement

June 5, 2026 at 2:08 p.m.

Multi-generational living becomes a common strategy to navigate high home prices.

New manufactured home in a new community

Locked out: 3 outdated myths about manufactured homes

June 5, 2026 at 11:22 a.m.

Modern manufactured homes are built to federal quality standards.

FILE – A “For Sale” sign is displayed outside a home on Friday, July 11, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.48%, retreating from its highest level in 9 months

June 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

The average rate remains below 6.85%, where it was a year ago.

Your loan requires you to keep your home insured. If you let your coverage lapse, your lender can buy a policy and bill you for it. (Dreamstime)

Ask a real estate pro: How can I avoid ‘force-placed’ insurance from my mortgage company?

June 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: My lender requires property insurance, but my...

Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.53%, highest level in nine months

May 28, 2026 at 3:27 p.m.

Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages also rose this week.

The hard truth is that a community association can foreclose on a home for even a very small unpaid assessment, and the fees that pile on top almost always dwarf the original debt. (AndreyPopov/ Getty Images)

Ask a real estate pro: Can condo association foreclose on my home over unpaid assessment?

May 28, 2026 at 6:05 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: I had some financial trouble and didn't...

Aerial view of the Gilbert-Emory neighborhood looking toward the downtown skyline on Sunday, April 30, 2023, in Dallas. (Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning News/TNS)

Home buyers hammered as war-fueled bond rout drives rates higher

May 29, 2026 at 3:19 p.m.

The era of ultra-cheap mortgages that reshaped American housing shows no signs of coming back.

Buying a condo is about to become harder across the country, which has some real estate analysts worried. (L.E. Baskow @Left_Eye_Images/Las Vegas Review-Journal/TNS)

Buying a condo just got harder for many, thanks to Fannie Mae policies

May 29, 2026 at 3:21 p.m.

The mortgage enterprise recently increased the required due diligence for condo loans.

Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly nine months

May 29, 2026 at 3:25 p.m.

It’s now at its highest level since August 28, when it was 6.56%.

Everyone purchasing a new home should be thoroughly familiar with the contract they signed and all of the deadlines and contingencies it contains. (David Zalubowski/AP)

Ask a real estate pro: Should we walk away from buying home where inspection found issues?

May 21, 2026 at 5:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: The home inspection on a house we...

Single Gen Z women outpace Gen Z men to homeownership despite overall decline in first-time buyers

May 20, 2026 at 8:35 a.m.

Single Gen Z women are outpacing their male counterparts when it comes to buying a...

As enrollment falls, old schools find new life as apartments

By Stacker

May 29, 2026 at 9:31 p.m.

The 74 reports that old schools in Atlanta are being converted to apartments as enrollment...

The doctor will see you now — in a dazzling new office

By Cindy Krischer Goodman

May 18, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

A medical office boom is underway in South Florida, driven by patients' desire for convenience...

Vancouver, pictured in 2009, was one of the first North American cities to consider a vacant home tax. San Diegans will vote on a similar measure in June. (AFP Photo/Don Emmert/ AFP via Getty Images)

Taylor Swift, lawsuits and quirky exemptions: How empty homes tax works in other cities

By Roxana Popescu

May 14, 2026 at 6:25 p.m.

Vacancy home taxes often face legal and political opposition.

Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.36% in first drop after two straight weekly increases

May 29, 2026 at 9:41 p.m.

One year ago, the rate averaged 6.81%.

The property deed and the mortgage loan are separate, and signing one does not affect the other. (Getty Images)

Ask a real estate pro: Am I responsible for mortgage after signing quit-claim deed?

May 14, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: As part of my divorce, I signed...

A for sale sign is posted outside a home in Nashville.

US home sales flat in April as lackluster spring homebuying season lurches forward

May 11, 2026 at 11:52 a.m.

Home prices continued to rise nationally last month, albeit at a slower rate.

A South Florida home is listed for sale in this file photo. Two communities near Tampa are ranked at the top of a list for the hottest neighborhoods this year. (Amy Beth Bennett / South Florida Sun Sentinel)

The ‘hottest neighborhoods’: These 2 Florida communities grab the top spots in national list

May 8, 2026 at 9:25 a.m.

Two Florida neighborhoods are topping Redfin’s list of hottest neighborhoods in 2026. Here's a look...

FILE – A for sale sign is posted outside a home, Feb. 10, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, file)

US long-term mortgage rate bounce back to levels seen 4 weeks ago

May 7, 2026 at 1:23 p.m.

This is the second straight weekly increase.

Cars parked on the street are a perennial source of friction in our neighborhoods, and the rules are not always intuitive. Knowing the difference between a private and a public road in your community is the first step toward resolving it. (Amy Beth Bennett/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA regulate street parking?

May 7, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the HOA determine whether cars can...

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.3%, ending a 3-week slide

May 1, 2026 at 10:22 p.m.

That’s still down from one year ago, when the rate averaged 6.76%.

Property lines do not always match what everyone assumes, and driveways, fences, sheds, and landscaping are often found to be a few inches or even a few feet over the line when a new survey is conducted. (The Press Democrat)

Ask a real estate pro: New survey shows our driveway overlaps neighbor’s property. Now what?

April 30, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: It was news to us that about...

A “For Rent” sign is displayed outside apartment building in Chicago, Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Average US long-term mortgage rate slips to 6.23%, its third weekly drop

May 1, 2026 at 10:24 p.m.

The average rate is at its lowest level since March 19, when it was 6.22%.

The law in most states requires home sellers to be upfront about certain things, and a difficult neighbor can occasionally fall into that category. (Gerry Broome/AP file)

Ask a real estate pro: Do we have to tell potential buyers about nuisance neighbor?

April 23, 2026 at 5:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Are we obligated to tell potential buyers...

U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner speaks during a roundtable discussion on "Opportunity Zones 2.0" at the Urban League of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

HUD secretary visits Fort Lauderdale to pitch updated Opportunity Zone program

April 19, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

U.S. HUD Secretary Scott Turner visited Fort Lauderdale to pitch an updated version of a...

A House For Sale sign is displayed in front of a home in Evanston, Ill.,Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.3%, its second weekly drop

April 16, 2026 at 12:33 p.m.

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate dropped from 6.37% last week.

As a property owner, you are responsible for complying with the zoning, setback, and land use rules in your municipality. Those local rules apply to your property whether or not the HOA knew about them, approved your project, or told you everything was fine. (Hartford Courant file photo)

Ask a real estate pro: Should HOA pay to move fences that town says are too close lake?

April 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Who should pay to move fences the...

US home sales fall in March, marking a slow start to the spring homebuying season

April 13, 2026 at 11:55 a.m.

Existing home sales fell 3.6% last month from February.

A Wayfair home furnishings store is proposed at Fort Lauderdale's Galleria Mall on East Sunrise Boulevard. The store would be on the east side of the mall, which is targeted for a major redevelopment after its acquisition by a Miami-based investor group. (Wayfair/Courtesy)

Wayfair to open furnishings store at Galleria mall during redevelopment

April 12, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

Wayfair, the online home furnishings retailer, intends to open a store at the Galleria in...

A Miami Fire-Rescue boat surveys debris following the controlled implosion of the former Mandarin Oriental Hotel on Brickell Key, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

A 23-story hotel in exclusive Miami locale vanishes in seconds with implosion

April 12, 2026 at 1:39 p.m.

It marked the largest implosion for Miami in more than a decade, officials said.

FILE – In this July 26, 2011 photo, a sale pending sign is posted outside a house in Bath, Maine. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach, File)

Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.37% after rising five weeks in a row

April 11, 2026 at 4:20 p.m.

Six weeks ago, average rate had dropped to under 6% for first time since 2022.

Pickup trucks are no longer just work vehicles. They rank among the most popular vehicles on the road and are used by millions of people as their everyday transportation. (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times)

Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA suddenly fine me for parking my work pickup truck in my driveway?

April 9, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my HOA fine me for parking...

A home is shown for sale in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

South Florida housing market is shifting toward the buyers’ advantage

By Abigail Hasebroock

April 7, 2026 at 6:50 a.m.

According to recent data, sellers outnumber buyers and many home listings have gone stale in...

Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.46%, the highest level in nearly 7 months

April 5, 2026 at 7:33 p.m.

The last time the average rate was higher was Sept. 4, when it was at...

If your neighbor’s dogs are running loose, it is crucial to handle the situation calmly and thoughtfully. (Julio Cortez/AP file)

Ask a real estate pro: How can we stop neighbor’s dogs from running wild?

April 2, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How can we keep our neighbor's dogs...

Schematics for an affordable housing project are posted in Biddeford, Maine.

A Build America, Buy America law is causing construction delays amid the US housing crisis

April 2, 2026 at 6:22 p.m.

HUD is taking at least six months to approve many waivers.

A 2-acre estate in Manalapan that sold for $68.3 million was the priciest sale in the country in February, according to an analysis by Redfin, the home brokerage company. (Amy Beth Bennett / South Florida Sun Sentinel)

$68.3 million: Palm Beach County mansion was the country’s priciest home sale in February

March 27, 2026 at 1:16 p.m.

A luxury waterfront property in Palm Beach County sold for a whopping $68.3 million —...

Better Home & Finance, Coinbase to offer mortgage backed by cryptocurrencies

April 2, 2026 at 6:46 p.m.

Use of cryptocurrency for funding the down payment on a home has remained limited.

Average US long-term mortgage rate leaps to 6.38%, the highest level in more than 6 months

March 26, 2026 at 1:33 p.m.

It has risen every week since the war with Iran started.

Just as natural disasters can disrupt lives and require careful planning to manage the aftermath, an HOA bankruptcy can pose financial, legal, and operational challenges that homeowners must address. (LM Otero/AP file)

Ask a real estate pro: How can we protect our condo after HOA filed for bankruptcy?

March 26, 2026 at 5:45 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How can we protect our condo and...

A “for sale” sign is posted outside a home in Nashville, Tenn., on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.22%, highest level in more than 3 months

March 19, 2026 at 1:52 p.m.

The rate has risen every week since the war with Iran started.

In Florida, there is no general rule banning all homeowners associations from paying residents for community services. (Mark Lennihan/AP file)

Ask a real estate pro: Do most HOAs prohibit paying residents to lead community classes?

March 19, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Is it standard for HOAs to have...

Wellness space at the new THE WELL Bay Harbor Islands. (Terra / Courtesy)

New condo concept blends real estate and wellness. The goal? Staying young

By Cindy Krischer Goodman

March 16, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

The craze to prevent health issues and live longer is extending into South Florida condo...

Crews paint the sign at the Fisher Family Pier in Pompano Beach on March 5. The redesigned pier along with new shops and restaurants have helped transform the area into a landmark destination. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Pompano Beach luring some big fish: Developers transforming skyline with ultra-luxury towers

By Susannah Bryan

March 14, 2026 at 9:02 a.m.

The small town named for a tiny game fish has more of a high-class swagger...

A person jogs past single family homes, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.11%, back to where it was 5 weeks ago

March 20, 2026 at 9:35 a.m.

The average rate has been hovering around 6% this year.

To avoid financial hardship if your home is destroyed, it’s crucial to have enough insurance to rebuild. (Getty Images)

Is your home underinsured? Here’s how to tell

March 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Knowing how much it would cost to rebuild your home is crucial.

Construction projects can be a common sight in many neighborhoods, often with signs that are hard to ignore. (Getty Images)

Ask a real estate pro: Can builders put up mini-billboards in my residential neighborhood?

March 12, 2026 at 6:20 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Since we're not allowed to have large...

A for sale sign is posted outside a home in Chicago.

US homes sales rose in February as homebuyers seized on easing mortgage rates

March 11, 2026 at 10:56 p.m.

Sales fell 1.4% compared with February last year.

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6%, ending a three-week slide

March 5, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

One year ago, the rate averaged 6.63%.

When it comes to HOA enforcement, clarity is essential. Depending on your location, the law permits associations to impose fines, but only if the violation is based on a clear and enforceable obligation. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA require me to clean a roof that I don’t think is dirty?

March 5, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my HOA require me to power-wash...

Luxury homes line Sunset Island in Miami Beach. The ultrawealthy are vying for a limited number of exclusive properties on the islands and shorelines of South Florida. (Scott McIntyre/The New York Times)

The new Miami gold rush and the hunt for exclusive real estate

By The New York Times

March 9, 2026 at 10:48 a.m.

The ultrawealthy are vying for a limited number of exclusive properties on the islands and...

FILE – A sign is posted for a new home for sale in Ambler, Pa., Oct. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

For the first time since 2022, average US long-term mortgage rate dips below 6%

February 26, 2026 at 1:57 p.m.

The average rate has been hovering close to 6% this year.

Ask a real estate pro: How can I stop neighbor from leaving dogs’ waste in my yard?

February 26, 2026 at 10:56 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: What can I do to force my...

South Florida leads the nation in all-cash home purchases, study shows

February 23, 2026 at 10:46 a.m.

A new Redfin report lists the West Palm Beach, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale metropolitan areas...

Housing Trust Group and AM Affordable Housing have broken ground on Villa Jordana, a $47 million affordable senior community in Hollywood. The project is the type of public-private partnership the region needs to help close a wide deficit in affordable housing for lower income workers and retirees, advocates say. (Housing Trust Group/Courtesy)

Broward, Palm Beach trail Miami in affordable housing, survey says; effort isn’t lacking, advocates counter

February 23, 2026 at 11:07 a.m.

A national affordable housing survey finds Broward and Palm Beach counties lagging well behind Miami-Dade...

Florida senator wants to outlaw ‘forever fees’ for community amenities

By Jeffrey Schweers

February 24, 2026 at 1:11 p.m.

A state court has ruled that developers can charge for maintenance but not otherwise make...

A person walks past single family homes, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Average US long-term mortgage rate dips to 6.01%, lowest level in more than 3 years

February 19, 2026 at 1:22 p.m.

The modest pullback brings the average rate to its lowest level since Sept. 8, 2022.

When you are renting a property, unexpected changes can happen, including the landlord deciding to sell. It is not uncommon, and while it might feel unsettling, it is important to know your rights and what to expect. (Getty Images)

Ask a real estate pro: What happens to our lease when our landlord sells property?

February 19, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: What happens to our lease when our...

A home is shown for sale by owner in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, April 1, 2024. (Amy Beth Bennett / South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Women more likely to own their homes and plan to stay in Florida, poll finds

By Genesis Lisboa

February 16, 2026 at 2:12 p.m.

A new poll shows that women in Florida are more likely than men to own...

Average US long-term mortgage rate dips to where it was 3 week ago, just above 6%

February 14, 2026 at 2:42 p.m.

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week.

FILE – A sign promoting 100% financing is displayed outside a model home in the Colony Ridge development in Cleveland, Tx., Oct. 3, 2023. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

US homes sales fell sharply in January, even as mortgage rates continued to ease

February 15, 2026 at 1:36 p.m.

The National Association of Realtors said that existing home sales sank 8.4%.

Homes are shown for sale in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Though South Florida saw slower home sales than other metros across the nation, year-to-year sales are up.

Fort Lauderdale, Miami among top 5 slowest housing markets in US, report says

February 12, 2026 at 8:49 p.m.

South Florida homes are sitting on the market longer despite an increase in sales, a...

Offering a helping hand to a loved one in need is admirable, but when a temporary arrangement extends far beyond the original timeline, it can create tension and strain. (New York Daily News)

Ask a real estate pro: How I do get relative who was staying with me to leave my home?

February 12, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How do I force relative who overstayed...

A rendering shows an Intracoastal view of the proposed Ritz-Carlton Residences Fort Lauderdale Beach. (The Boundary/Courtesy)

Dual tower Ritz-Carlton private residences planned for Fort Lauderdale beach area

February 11, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Another entry from the Ritz-Carlton luxury brand is planned for the Fort Lauderdale beach area...

FILE – Construction equipment is seen near new homes on July 11, 2025, in Happy Valley, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Voters are worried about the cost of housing. But Trump wants home prices to keep climbing

February 8, 2026 at 2:20 p.m.

It’s a position that flies in the face of what many economists, the real estate...

Average US long-term mortgage rate barely budges, holding near 6%

February 7, 2026 at 12:24 p.m.

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate edged up to 6.11% from 6.1% last week.

A damp spot on your wall needs attention, especially if it spreads or discolors. It could lead to mold. As a renter, you need to rely on your landlord to address the issue.

Ask a real estate pro: My landlord is ignoring a damp spot on my wall. What should I do?

February 5, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: My landlord won't deal with a damp...

A for sale sign sits in front of a house as a front end loader removes feet of snow from a residential street in Draper, Utah, on February 23, 2023. – Powerful winter storms lashed the United States on February 22, 2023, with heavy snow snarling travel across wide areas, even as unusual warmth was expected in others. Blizzards expected to dump up to two feet (60 centimeters) of snow swept across a vast band of the country from the West Coast to the Great Lakes, grounding flights and knocking out power to tens of thousands. (Photo by GEORGE FREY / AFP) (Photo by GEORGE FREY/AFP via Getty Images)

How to buy a house in the winter

February 2, 2026 at 1:16 p.m.

Nationally, winter is the sleepiest season for the housing market.

FILE – A for sale sign stands outside a home on the market in the Alamo Placita neighborhood Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, in central Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks higher, holding near lowest point in more than 3 years

January 29, 2026 at 1:42 p.m.

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.1%.

There is no shortage of advice when you are looking to buy your first home. (Jenny Kane/AP file photo)

Ask a real estate pro: What should we prioritize as we look to buy our first home?

January 29, 2026 at 4:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Do you have any recommendations on what...

FILE – A “For Sale” sign is displayed in front of a home in Morton Grove, Ill., Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher, but still near lowest point in more than 3 years

January 22, 2026 at 12:31 p.m.

The modest increase in rates this week follows a jump in the 10-year Treasury yield.

Kristen Garcia shows the damaged caused in her house by Hurricane Michael, in Florida's Mexico Beach in October 2018. (Hector Retamal/Getty Images)

Proposal to require state oversight of insurance affiliate payments clears first hurdle in Legislature

By Ron Hurtibise

January 22, 2026 at 11:30 a.m.

Property insurance companies would face increased scrutiny by state regulators over payments they make to...

Buying a house together can be an exciting milestone, but when the legal ownership is in one person’s name, the situation can become complicated if the relationship takes a turn. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Ask a real estate pro: We bought house together, but it’s in only one name. What rights do I have?

January 22, 2026 at 4:50 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: We bought a house together but put...

Wooden Gavel On Petition For Divorce Paper At Wooden Desk In Courtroom

January is ‘Divorce Month’ — 5 questions to ask about your home

January 21, 2026 at 10:01 a.m.

Review your finances, get an appraisal and check current mortgage rates.

A House proposal that would ask voters to phase out non-school homestead property taxes moved forward Thursday, as lawmakers and Gov. Ron DeSantis try to reach agreement on a November ballot measure. (Rebecca Blackwell/AP file)

Property tax proposal on Florida homestead exemptions moves forward

By Jim Turner

January 15, 2026 at 3:21 p.m.

A House proposal that would ask voters to phase out non-school homestead property taxes moved...

Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years

January 19, 2026 at 9:38 p.m.

The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate eased to 6.06% this week.

While laws vary depending on where you live, the general principles of privacy and surveillance remain consistent. Your privacy is always a priority, especially when it comes to where you live. (Los Angeles Daily News)

Ask a real estate pro: Can neighbor’s cameras be pointed at my courtyard?

January 15, 2026 at 4:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my neighbor point cameras toward my...

A “For Sale” sign is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

2025 home sales stuck at 30-year low with prices high and mortgages onerous

January 14, 2026 at 12:47 p.m.

The U.S. housing market has been in a sales slump dating back to 2022.

Ramón Peraza stands behind the counter at Café Canela in Sunrise, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Peraza transitioned from a career as an electrical engineer in Venezuela to owning the café, which he has operated for approximately 20 years. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

In Weston, where Venezuelans have transformed the community, concerns remain about post-Maduro future

By Anthony Man

January 10, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

While Doral gets the media spotlight, "Westonzuela" is the economic and educational hub for Broward's...

Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher but remains near 2025 low

January 12, 2026 at 6:11 p.m.

The 10-year yield was at 4.17% at midday Thursday.

If someone is injured as a result of the HOA board’s inaction, it is natural to wonder whether the association or even the board members themselves could be held liable. (Getty Images)

Ask a real estate pro: If board doesn’t enforce rules, is HOA liable when someone is hurt?

January 8, 2026 at 4:30 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the HOA or board members be...

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