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Houston Housing Market Forecast 03/19/2023 08:00pm • Houston tends to appeal to a wide range of buyers. It's one of the more affordable major cities in Texas, and it's loaded with jobs and amenities. Evan Compean, founder and owner of Compean Group, has been in the Houston real estate business for 18 years, and he says it's easy to see why the city dr 27 Top Lake Vacations in the U.S. 03/19/2023 08:00pm • Spend your next vacation at one of these beautiful lake destinations.With all of the noteworthy landmarks and landscapes the U.S. has to offer, including its world-famous beaches, mountains and metropolises, the country's variety of lake destinations can sometimes fade into the background. But they Is the Rental Market Finally Softening? 03/16/2023 08:00pm • The last few years have been red-hot in the rental market. Between early 2021 and late 2022, average rents climbed from just over $1,500 per month to above $2,000. At one point, they'd surged 17% in just a single year. Fortunately, it looks like renters are beginning to get some much-needed relief. Great Senior Discounts for 2023 03/16/2023 08:00pm • Taking advantage of senior citizen discounts may reduce your retirement costs and free up funds for other activities. Many places and services provide a savings if you are 50 or older. Some offer discounts on certain days of the week to retirees, while others have an established lower price for olde What Is the White House's Renters Bill of Rights? 03/15/2023 08:00pm • The laws that regulate rental properties, landlords and tenants vary widely across the U.S., as property law is dependent on state and local statutes. Depending on the city or state you live in, you may find that the policies in place either heavily favor the landlord or the renter, but rarely does Is Now A Good Time to Sell or Rent My House? 03/14/2023 08:00pm • The U.S. is short 6.5 million single-family homes, according to a realtor.com report released March 8. This means that the rate of household formations is outpacing the amount of homes constructed, and that spells a major inventory crunch for buyers and renters. Given the current climate, some homeo The 6 Best Beach Wagons for Hauling Gear and Kids 03/14/2023 08:00pm • When you're packing up your gear and family for a trip to the beach, it's easy to get overwhelmed with how many items you need to bring for the day. You'll probably have a cooler; a beach bag with towels, sunscreen and other accessories; beach chairs; and an umbrella or beach tent for shade from the Atlanta Housing Market Forecast 03/13/2023 08:00pm • There's a reason many homebuyers flock to Atlanta. Between its warmer climate and the fact that it's home to a large number of thriving, well-known businesses, it's easy to see why the city appeals to a range of buyers, from singles looking to establish careers to families aiming to plant roots. Jen 8 Best Real Estate Stocks to Buy 03/12/2023 08:00pm • Persistently elevated inflation and sharply rising interest rates have investors concerned about 1970s-era stagflation returning in 2023. The last time stagflation was a problem, real estate was a top-performing sector in the market. Buying physical property can be difficult and expensive, but inves Should You Hire a Tax Professional This Year? 03/09/2023 07:00pm • Tax season has started in earnest, and you might be wondering if you should tackle filing yourself or hire a tax preparer to do it for you. Tax professionals can be a big help, taking the stress out of doing your taxes, especially if you're self-employed, have had a major life event like marriage or Austin Housing Market Forecast 03/08/2023 07:00pm • Given the enormous popularity of the greater Austin, Texas, area for online searches, newcomers and employment growth, it may act as a reasonable bellwether for the state of the U.S. housing market. This will certainly be tested in the spring and summer selling season, when the National Association Can You Get an Apartment Without a Credit Check? 03/08/2023 07:00pm • A good credit score can be the key to accessing many things in life, from better rates on loans to higher credit limits and even apartments. A low credit score or minimal credit history could leave you with more locked doors than keys. While it's possible to get an apartment with no or low credit, h Sacramento Housing Market Forecast 03/08/2023 07:00pm • Sacramento looks relatively affordable compared to Golden State counterparts San Francisco, San Jose and Los Angeles, but looking at other parts of the U.S., Sacramento is considered a high-cost metro area. Looking at recent housing activity, however, there appears to be a step back in home prices, Moore vacuumed up $4.6 million for inaugural festivities 03/08/2023 12:49pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP���s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters��� free email subscription today. Gov. Wes Moore (D) raised almost $4.6 million for his inaugural celebration in January �����close to three times as much money as his predec Montgomery Co. council asks Md. governor to help fend off 'massive wave of evictions' 03/08/2023 05:30am • Some 17,000 Maryland families are at risk of being evicted from their homes, and the Montgomery County Council is asking for funding to help keep that from happening. ���Higher housing costs and the looming end of assistance payments to renters could lead to a new eviction crisis,��� Council Pres