housing affordability

Buying Now Takes $14,408 More a Year Than Renting, Zillow Says; Miami Demand Jumps
Zillow’s October rental report shows the income gap between owning and renting a house at its widest since early 2025, as demand…

First-Time Homebuyers Now Median Age 40, and a Record Share Pay All Cash
NAR’s 2026 buyer profile, which covers July 2025 through June 2026, finds first-time buyers made up 22% of purchases. Their median age…