The Property Brothers share 4 essential tips for homebuyers in a tough market

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Drew and Jonathan Scott star in their new show "Property Brothers: Under Pressure," and give tips for struggling homebuyers.

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Compass declares victory over Zillow in real-estate listing war

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Mortgage rates are back below 6%, the lowest since 2022

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A 'new home for sale' sign is displayed in front of a newly built residential area in Rockville, Maryland.
Mortgage rates have dropped sharply from a year ago.

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Trump lays out his plans to make housing cheaper in Davos speech

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President Donald Trump briefly mentioned his housing policies in his speech at Davos.

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Good news: Buying a home might actually be more affordable in 2026

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I got two grants to put $15,000 toward buying my first home. Incentive programs are my favorite hack for homeownership.

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Kourtnee Turner bought her first home in Maryland after stacking homebuying incentives offered by the state.

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Want to live in 10 of the most popular school districts? Be ready to pay double — or quadruple — the price.

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I bought a $3.25 million home as a single woman. Homeownership is an investment in my future.

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In 2022, NYC real estate agent Jessica Chestler purchased this $3.25 million condo in Williamsburg.

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The next big status symbol in real estate

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Luxury products amid a city

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The Italian carmaker Pagani produces fewer than 100 vehicles a year, and each comes with a seven-figure price tag. The brand is known among gearheads for its attention to detail and air of exclusivity, qualities that Pagani hopes will translate to its next project: luxury condominiums.

I got a 2.75% mortgage rate when most other homebuyers were being quoted 7%. Now I can save more for retirement.

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Brian Sankey purchased a home with a 2.75% interest rate in June.

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