Robyn A. Friedman

(4/16/26)  While homeownership remains the American dream and the goal for many Americans, right now the rental market is more affordable across the country, according to a new report by Realtor.com .   The report, released today, found that in March, renting a starter home was the more affordable option across all 50 of the nation’s largest metros, with average monthly savings of $920 compared to buying. Disciplined renters who hold onto those savings can ultimately apply th

(12/3/25)  An analysis by Zillow and Thumbtack released on Nov. 13 found that the hidden costs of homeownership – including insurance, maintenance and property taxes – now add up to $15,979 per year nationwide. That comes to an additional $1,325 per month on top of the principal and interest portion of a typical mortgage payment.   The hidden costs in some markets are even higher. In New York City, for example, they total $24,381 per year, while in San Francisco, they come to

(6/27/25)  A new report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University  shows that the housing market is growing more...

(1/16/24)  It’s no secret that women earn less than men. A Pew Research Center analysis released on March 1, 2023 found that the gender...