The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Hit $16,000 Per Year
(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
Fixer-Uppers in Demand, Report Says
(10/1/25) If you’re in the market for a fixer-upper, expect to face more competition for available homes. According to a recent analysis...
New Report Contains More Bad News for Housing Affordability
(6/27/25) A new report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University shows that the housing market is growing more...
