What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop

The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.

Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey

The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.

DC housing crisis looms as rent payments fall behind: 'People could be put on the street’

Experts are warning that some affordable housing developers in the District are on the verge of collapse. Now, lawmakers say it’s time to crack down on one of the key factors at the root of the problem: tenants not paying their rent. 

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban AI rent price-fixing software

San Francisco is putting a stop to automated price-setting for rent, arguing that software has scammed renters out of good prices for housing units.

More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds

A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban rental-price software

San Francisco is now the first city in the nation to ban the use of a type of software that large landlords use to set rental prices.

Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities

Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.

Arlington residents sue over county's 'missing middle' housing policy

A closely-watched trial in Arlington County began on Monday as a group of residents took on the county's 'missing middle' policy.

Housing affordability is Gen Z's top voting issue, Redfin survey finds

Rising housing costs are making it difficult for first-time buyers to secure a home, an issue concerning young voters ahead of November’s election. 

Online rental scams cost Northern Virginia victims thousands

Investigators in Northern Virginia are sending out a warning tonight - if you're looking online for a place to live, beware of scammers.

Arlington family fights to preserve historic home amid eminent domain battle

A fight over a historic home and eminent domain in Arlington is heating up. Homeowners say they aren't giving up their land but the county has other plans.