There’s no shortage of differing opinions within housing, but one thing most industry professionals can agree on is that affordability is a key ongoing struggle for many prospective homebuyers.  Real estate agents and members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) are on the front lines of this battle, as they work with buyers to navigate numerous challenges — including the current interest...

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This Trending Now story features the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz since Jan. 1, 2025.Doing laundry may never be fun, but the right mix of storage, style and smart features can make it a whole lot easier. This countdown of the most-saved laundry rooms of 2025 —...

Image Barclays’ Ragavan Bala discussed sector-level tailwinds, evolving M&A structures, and disciplined capital...

AI Adoption and Luxury Demand Offset Weak International Travel Global hotel performance remained largely stagnant over the past year, with modest pricing gains offset by declining occupancy. Year-to-date revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 0.2% through August 2025, according to STR, as a 1.0% increase in average daily rate was outweighed by a 0.8% drop in occupancy. According to PwC, structural...

For anyone with a historic home, it’s a common dilemma — how to respect the age and character of the building while making sure the interior is fit for 21st century life. That was the challenge for the team at Guild Anderson Furniture when they were asked to design and make a high-functioning...

Mortgage applications decreased 5.0% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending Dec. 19, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index decreased 6% compared with the previous week. The refinance index decreased 6% from the previous week and was 110% higher than the same week one year ago. The refinance...

Just in time for Christmas, a slice of Midwest holiday tradition is officially up for grabs. Meert Tree Farm, a long-running Christmas tree destination in Festus, has been listed for sale, offering buyers the chance to own not just a seasonal business, but an entire working farm that’s been part of local holiday rituals since the 1970s. The nearly 150-acre property is being offered at $2.2 million...

At the top end of the coastal market, ocean views come with a long list of environmental challenges. Salt-heavy air, relentless sun exposure, wind-driven rain, and the growing threat of major storms all place enormous demands on a home’s exterior systems. For $30+ million oceanfront properties, weatherproofing isn’t a line item — it’s a design mandate baked into every decision from the earliest...