It’s cheaper to buy than rent in these 32 cities, study finds

Renting is more affordable than buying in most U.S. cities, but 32 locations offer better buying options. Here’s where.

Average US mortgage rates ease for 2nd drop in 2 weeks: What to know

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. dipped lower for the second week in a row as spring homebuying season warms up. Here's what to know.

Spring housing marketing: New listings hit highest March level in 3 years

A new housing report shows that new listings have hit their highest level in three years. Despite this, the market still has catching up to do. Here’s what we know.

How much you need to make to buy a home in Minnesota, Wisconsin

According to a recent study in Bankrate, Minnesotans need to make at least $100,000 a year in household income to buy a typical home.

Here's how much you need to earn to afford a home in each U.S. state

Consumers shopping for a home need a substantial annual household income to afford one in certain states based on data in a new study.

Zoning restrictions contested by cities
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Leaders in some Minnesota cities are lobbying against any changes that take away their control when it comes to reducing zoning restrictions in an effort to increase affordable housing. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard explains.

Study reveals states with the most overcrowded homes in the US

A new LendingTree study reveals that nearly 19 million Americans live in overcrowded homes, with California, Hawaii and New York topping the list for the highest rates of shared bedrooms.

Hunting for an affordable house? You might want to consider these states

A new analysis from Redfin found that these states offer the most affordable homes, based on the median price that properties have gone for in March.

Minnesota lawmakers hope to make housing cheaper this session

Minnesota needs more places for people to live, and legislators hope that the seven bills they're proposing can address the problem.

Minnesota home sales drop in January
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Home sales are down 5.1% in the Twin Cities and 4.9% statewide for the month of January, according to Minnesota Realtors who point to persisting inventory issues and interest.

Minimum wage earners must work impossible number of hours to afford rent: report

Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.