“While elevated rates and other affordability challenges remain, inventory continues to be the biggest obstacle for prospective homebuyers,” said Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater.
Read More »Unexpected Expenses Could Add Thousands to Monthly Mortgage Payments
"Understanding all the costs that come with homeownership can not only impact a buyer's budget, but the type of home they shop for, too," said Zillow home trends expert Amanda Pendleton.
Read More »The Cost of Prepping a Home for Sale
A new report identifies the most common home improvements being made during the winter in advance of the spring homebuying season.
Read More »New Homeowners Surprised by Unexpected Costs
If the sticker shock of a new home isn’t jarring alone, an analysis of home projects has found that a typical home can require an additional $30K on top of the sale.
Read More »Homeowners: Paying up for a Sale
Here’s how much homeowners are spending beyond closing costs to get the right value while selling their homes.
Read More »Selling a House Can Cost a Lot in 2018
According to a new study by Zillow and Thumbtack.com, U.S. homeowners are spending an average of nearly $20,000 to sell their homes in 2018. The exact total is ...
Read More »Homeowners Could Spend Up to $9,000 Every Year in Hidden Costs
When purchasing a home, it’s important to consider the extra or hidden costs. Many homeowners are blissfully unaware of just how much these additional fees can costs on top of their mortgage. Zillow and Thumbtack recently released a study that found homeowners can pay more than $9,000 in hidden and home maintenance costs every year.
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