DC Attorney General files lawsuit to dismantle alleged real estate fraud scheme
The D.C. Attorney General has filed a civil lawsuit aimed at shutting down what officials describe as a sprawling real‑estate fraud scheme that exploits tenants, lenders and District agencies while worsening the city’s affordable‑housing crisis.
The D.C. Attorney General has filed a civil lawsuit aimed at shutting down what officials describe as a sprawling real‑estate fraud scheme that exploits tenants, lenders and District agencies while worsening the city’s affordable‑housing crisis.
Spanberger calls for affordability reform, stresses bipartisanship in first address
Newly-inaugurated Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered her first State of the Commonwealth address to the General Assembly on Jan. 19, which she used to focus on affordability and bipartisan leadership.
Newly-inaugurated Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered her first State of the Commonwealth address to the General Assembly on Jan. 19, which she used to focus on affordability and bipartisan leadership.
Here are the 10 executive orders Spanberger signed on her first day as governor
During her first day on the job, Spanberger signed a total of 10 executive orders covering a wide swath of policy issues.
During her first day on the job, Spanberger signed a total of 10 executive orders covering a wide swath of policy issues.
Bilt expands rewards program with new cards for renters, homeowners: What to know
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Maryland’s $1B budget gap tied to housing shortage, new state data shows
Maryland is facing a budget shortfall of more than $1 billion, and new state data shows a growing housing crisis is a major factor behind it.
Maryland is facing a budget shortfall of more than $1 billion, and new state data shows a growing housing crisis is a major factor behind it.
Northern Virginia housing market expected to stabilize for buyers and sellers in 2026
The forecast for the Northern Virginia real estate market is looking up.
The forecast for the Northern Virginia real estate market is looking up.
Housing market expected to stabilize for buyers and sellers in 2026
The forecast for the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market is looking up — buyers will have more choices and sellers’ steady prices. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the details.
The forecast for the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market is looking up — buyers will have more choices and sellers’ steady prices. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the details.
Tiny homes could be coming to Anne Arundel under new housing legislation
The "tiny homes" craze may soon be coming to Anne Arundel County. New legislation is being introduced to help combat the growing affordable housing crisis.
The "tiny homes" craze may soon be coming to Anne Arundel County. New legislation is being introduced to help combat the growing affordable housing crisis.
Silver Spring apartment unit condemned for rat outbreak
Montgomery County's Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) deemed a unit at Arrive Silver Spring unsafe for occupancy after the tenant shared clips of rats running around her apartment that gained popularity on social media.
Montgomery County's Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) deemed a unit at Arrive Silver Spring unsafe for occupancy after the tenant shared clips of rats running around her apartment that gained popularity on social media.
Prince George's county reopens Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist
For the first time in over a decade, the Housing Authority of Prince George's County (HAPGC) is accepting preliminary applications for their Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) waitlist, which provides financial assistance and housing opportunities to those in need.
For the first time in over a decade, the Housing Authority of Prince George's County (HAPGC) is accepting preliminary applications for their Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) waitlist, which provides financial assistance and housing opportunities to those in need.
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.
Monthly mortgage payments are the highest they’ve been in decades
Consumers are dealing with the rigors of finding a reasonably priced home but soaring mortgage payments are placing a financial dent on their budgets, according to recent data.
Consumers are dealing with the rigors of finding a reasonably priced home but soaring mortgage payments are placing a financial dent on their budgets, according to recent data.
Alexandria Housing Authority CEO placed on probation amid housing scandal
The CEO of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) has been placed on probation after allegations surfaced that he was living in one of the city’s highly sought-after public housing units.
The CEO of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) has been placed on probation after allegations surfaced that he was living in one of the city’s highly sought-after public housing units.
HOME Investment Partnerships Program may be cut by feds: What is it?
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program, a decades-old federal grant that has funded more than a million affordable homes, could be cut under President Donald Trump’s budget proposal, raising alarms for rural communities.
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program, a decades-old federal grant that has funded more than a million affordable homes, could be cut under President Donald Trump’s budget proposal, raising alarms for rural communities.
Alexandria residents protest Housing Authority, cite unsafe conditions and rent issues
Dozens of Alexandria residents are speaking out, claiming the city’s housing authority is failing to provide safe and livable conditions.
Dozens of Alexandria residents are speaking out, claiming the city’s housing authority is failing to provide safe and livable conditions.
You can still buy a mansion for under $1M in these 4 cities
Mansions can costs millions of dollars, but consumers looking for more space can buy one of these sprawling homes at a reasonable price in these cities.
Mansions can costs millions of dollars, but consumers looking for more space can buy one of these sprawling homes at a reasonable price in these cities.
Here's where home equity has grown the most
Rising housing prices are causing changes in home equity gains nationwide, according to a recent study.
Rising housing prices are causing changes in home equity gains nationwide, according to a recent study.
Montgomery County Council approves 'Missing Middle' legislation to address housing concerns
The Montgomery County Council approved the "Missing Middle" legislation in an attempt to further solve the county’s housing crisis.
The Montgomery County Council approved the "Missing Middle" legislation in an attempt to further solve the county’s housing crisis.
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage: study
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage compared to all other homebuyers, a new analysis found.
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage compared to all other homebuyers, a new analysis found.
These cities are the best and worst for renters in 2025, study shows
Rental prices can vary depending on where you live, but these places offer buyers quality options.
Rental prices can vary depending on where you live, but these places offer buyers quality options.



















