States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Home sales plunge, while housing affordability hits best level since March 2022, data finds
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Homebuyers gain upper hand in 3 major cities as inventories grow
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Trump distances himself from 401(k) down payment plan for homebuyers
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
Bilt expands rewards program with new cards for renters, homeowners: What to know
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.
Affordability proposal sparks debate over AZ short-term rental fees
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals to bankroll a new Arizona Affordability Fund, aiming to help residents with living costs, though rental hosts and Airbnb warn the fee may hurt tourism. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals to bankroll a new Arizona Affordability Fund, aiming to help residents with living costs, though rental hosts and Airbnb warn the fee may hurt tourism. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
How a $3.50 short-term rental fee could help affordability in AZ
Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined a plan Monday to establish the Arizona Affordability Fund, a relief program designed to help residents struggling with the rising cost of living. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined a plan Monday to establish the Arizona Affordability Fund, a relief program designed to help residents struggling with the rising cost of living. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Mortgage expert doubts Trump's home affordability plan will have a big impact
President Donald Trump's announcement that he wants to block large institutional investors from buying single-family homes is met with skepticism from one expert, who has cast doubt that the proposal will have much impact.
President Donald Trump's announcement that he wants to block large institutional investors from buying single-family homes is met with skepticism from one expert, who has cast doubt that the proposal will have much impact.
Expert casts doubts over Trump housing plan
President Donald Trump has announced a step to tackle the issue of housing affordability. He said he wants to ban large investment groups from buying up single-family homes, but some are not convinced the plan will work as envisioned. FOX 10's Brian Webb reports.
President Donald Trump has announced a step to tackle the issue of housing affordability. He said he wants to ban large investment groups from buying up single-family homes, but some are not convinced the plan will work as envisioned. FOX 10's Brian Webb reports.
These are the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
Man builds 'Home Alone' lookalike house in Utah
A homebuilder is bringing his favorite childhood movie into reality, having spent $7 million to build a replica of that iconic house from the movie 'Home Alone.' Reporter Chris Reed has more.
A homebuilder is bringing his favorite childhood movie into reality, having spent $7 million to build a replica of that iconic house from the movie 'Home Alone.' Reporter Chris Reed has more.
Home delistings surge as sellers struggle to get their price
Home sellers have struggled to get the price they're looking for in the market this year, which has contributed to an influx of delistings, according to a Realtor.com report.
Home sellers have struggled to get the price they're looking for in the market this year, which has contributed to an influx of delistings, according to a Realtor.com report.
Work on One Camelback in Phoenix resumes with new owner
The 11-story office building was being turned into luxury apartments until the previous owner ran out of money. Years later, work has finally resumed with a new owner at the helm.
The 11-story office building was being turned into luxury apartments until the previous owner ran out of money. Years later, work has finally resumed with a new owner at the helm.
Work on One Camelback resumes in Phoenix
A Phoenix building known as One Camelback has sat vacant in recent years, but a new owner has resumed work to turn the 11-story office building into apartments. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
A Phoenix building known as One Camelback has sat vacant in recent years, but a new owner has resumed work to turn the 11-story office building into apartments. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.