Housing Market
5 articles

Neighborhoods
How Zoning Boards Shape Neighborhood Development and Property Values
In 36 states, rising zoning regulations are directly associated with an increase in real average home prices, often making housing less accessible for many.
Aaron Blake·May 13, 2026

Real Estate
Rising Rates Slow Housing Sales, Prices Begin to Adjust
In Albuquerque, a home listed for $689,000 in November accepted an offer of $620,000 this week, illustrating how quickly seller leverage is eroding in some regions.
Aaron Blake·May 11, 2026

Real Estate
Alabama's Top Affordable First-Time Homebuyer Markets
Despite Alabama's reputation for affordability, the inventory of homes under $200,000, a crucial price point for many first-time buyers, has plummeted by 25% statewide in just the last year, according
Aaron Blake·May 10, 2026

Real Estate
Retirees are trading big cities for small towns in a major reshuffle
In 2023, a record 60% of relocating retirees chose towns under 50,000, according to the Retirement Living Survey.
Aaron Blake·May 3, 2026

Neighborhoods
How to Choose the Right Neighborhood for Your Lifestyle in 2026
A 2011-2012 study across six major U.
Derek Molina·May 3, 2026