Some Circle C residents concerned about traffic impacts of proposed apartments

Austin City Council has approved two items related to a development in Circle C, near Kiker Elementary. Some residents are concerned about the traffic impacts.

Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states

WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.

Cities where you'll save the most by renting instead of buying a home

A new analysis reveals that renting is cheaper than buying in every major U.S. metro—but here's where renters are saving the most.

Home prices fall in most major US cities as housing market cools: See where

Home prices fell year over year in most major U.S. metro areas in August as high mortgage rates continued to challenge affordability and the housing market cooled.

Mortgage rates hit highest level in more than a year

Mortgage rates rose to their highest level in more than a year, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increasing, Freddie Mac reported.

Last house on Rainey Street: Family trying to decide what to do after owner's death

One little house still stands amid the high-rises and bars of Austin’s Rainey Street District. Now, following the owner's death, his family must decide what comes next.

Austin City Council to discuss data center regulations

Austin currently doesn't have a regulatory framework for data centers, so City Council plans to update the city code to address this.

Ranked: The best US cities for home buyers in 2026, according to data

A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions.

Wealthy Americans are moving to this country as ‘golden visa’ demand surges

Wealthy Americans are increasingly looking overseas for relocation opportunities, fueling a surge in applications for one country’s “golden visa" program.

Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026

Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.

Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest

Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.

The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal

A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.

Cash-strapped HOAs ramp up foreclosures against delinquent homeowners: report

Homeowners associations (HOAs) across the nation are reportedly taking a tougher stance on unpaid dues, pursuing foreclosure against more homeowners as communities grapple with mounting financial pressures.

These American cities are trending toward a buyer's market

Americans in the market for buying a new home are seeing the markets in some parts of the country turn in their favor after years of seller's markets prevailing.

This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list

These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.

Austin's housing market outlook
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Real estate is still America's most popular long-term investment, according to a new Gallup poll. Alex Vidal, president of Era Real Estate joins Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich to talk about why homeownership continues to hold its value for so many Americans.

Best cities for first-time home buyers revealed

Finding an affordable first home may feel tougher than ever, but new data reveals the U.S. cities where first-time buyers have the best chance to succeed.