Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities

Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.

Biden proposes capping national rent increases at 5%

Biden’s proposal to help cap rent hikes at 5% would only apply to certain landlords. Here’s what to know.

Tourist hot spot to ban vacation apartments in bid to make city 'livable' again

Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years. 

East Austin historic neighborhood redevelopment pushes completion to 2025

The redevelopment of a historic neighborhood in east Austin is taking longer than expected. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski spoke with the Austin Housing Authority about the delay.

Housing affordability is Gen Z's top voting issue, survey finds

Rising housing costs are making it difficult for first-time buyers to secure a home, an issue concerning young voters ahead of November’s election. 

Investors in Neu Community project file civil suit, claim mismanagement of funds

Investors in Neu Community believe they have been deceived and are taking management to court. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the details.

Homes are overvalued in most of the US – and the problem is worse in these 5 states

An overwhelming majority of homes in the U.S. are overvalued as steep mortgage rates and an ongoing housing shortage push the price of real estate even higher.

House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city

The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.

What happened to Neu Community?

What happened to Neu Community? Promises of a new, innovative way of living have remained just promises. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has more.

Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says

The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.

Protesters rally against phase two of HOME initiative

Debate intensifies over how to best tackle Austin's housing affordability crisis. City council is preparing to vote on phase two of a plan to build more homes on a single lot, but some are worried the changes could actually make living in Austin less affordable.

Travis County evictions on the rise: report

A report put together by BASTA shows evictions are on the rise in Travis County.

Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%

The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.

Austin City Council discusses Phase 2 of HOME initiative

The Austin City Council discussed brief details on Phase two of the HOME initiative. Phase one allows three homes to be built on a single property.

Baltimore sells $1 houses in effort to combat vacant home crisis

Baltimore, Maryland, city officials approved a program that would sell city-owned vacant homes for next to nothing at $1 for some applicable residents.