Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 7.32% in first pullback since late August
One year ago, the average rate was 6.19%.
Real Estate
Hot Property: Roland Park Victorian home with 4 fireplaces lists for $1.2M
This Victorian-era home survived a rocky start to become a mainstay in the Roland Park...
Building that housed Mount Washington restaurant for decades is for sale
The location can be purchased or rented, and though it is already outfitted for a...
Average long-term US mortgage rate holds at 7.4%, remaining at highest level in nearly 3 years
One year ago, the average rate was 6.27%.
Hot Property: $1.3M Columbia home has plenty of space inside and out
Oversized windows, skylights and glassy bump-outs brighten rooms with natural light and offer views of...
US home sales rose in September, but slowed from a year earlier as mortgage rates, prices rose
Home prices have risen on an annual basis for 39 months in a row.
Gavigan’s Furniture buys Linthicum warehouse for $17.75M
The property has 25 loading docks, nine drive-in bays, parking for 85 vehicles and a...
Hot Property: French Tudor-style home in Towson is ideal for swimmers
In an offbeat twist, the primary suite sits catacorner to the living room and offers...
Average long-term US mortgage rate at highest level in nearly 3 years after 7th weekly rise in a row
Mortgage rates have been climbing in the months since the start of the Iran war.
The Oaks Hospitality Group acquires 2 historic Baltimore properties
The properties are in the Jonestown neighborhood near Little Italy and the Inner Harbor. Financial...
More early childhood programs are providing free housing to teaching staff
The 74 reports that Friends Center in New Haven provides free housing to early childhood...
Locked Out: Should you take ‘free money’ to buy a home?
Homebuying assistance programs usually help with your down payment or closing costs.
Federal agency to move offices across Baltimore
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) will move across the city to...
Average long-term US mortgage rate churns upward to its highest level in nearly 3 years at 7.28%
This is the sixth week in a row that mortgage rates have increased.
Are Realtors at risk of being replaced by AI agents?
AI is not new to the industry.
Hot Property: Ellicott City home offers plenty of privacy and perks
Often, the only sound around is the trickle of a custom-built waterfall in the rear...
Former North Carroll High property to be sold at auction
The 260,000-square-foot Hampstead property that once housed North Carroll High School and is now Coppermine's...
Ex-NBA player’s Brewers Hill bar property sold at foreclosure auction
BayVanguard bought a Brewers Hill sports bar property owned by a former NBA player for...
Mortgage rates climb for 5th straight week, pushing average rate on a 30-year home loan above 7%
It's the latest affordability setback for prospective homebuyers.
Hot property: Historic Annapolis home pairs sky-blue exterior with 1920s charm
It's an eye-catching home, and not just because of its striking sky-blue exterior. This three-story...
Mortgage rates brush 7%, weighing on buyers, sellers and further straining a bleak housing market
Mortgage rates hit their highest level in over 19 months.
Hot property: 19th-century home combines character with convenience and comfort
The trim, mantels, pine floors and plaster walls are original — likewise, the main level's...
New housing development proposed at former Annapolis radio station
A 46-unit housing development could be coming to the Annapolis property that once housed the...
President Donald Trump’s childhood home sells for $2 million
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
Mortgage rates climb: Average rate on a 30-year home loan hits the highest level in over 14 months
Both mortgage rates and bond yields have been rising due to the U.S. war with...
US home sales weaken to slowest pace in more than a year as mortgage rates, home prices climb
This is the third straight monthly decline for home sales.
What is a loan-to-value ratio?
In a real estate context, your loan-to-value ratio is the amount of money you’re borrowing,...
7 biggest myths about mortgage refinancing and what to know instead
Despite the rise in interest rates in the last few years, refinancing may still make...
Why no-closing-cost refinancing doesn’t mean no costs
As the saying goes, nothing in life is free. Despite the name, you don’t escape...
Hot Property: Marriottsville retreat is ideal for entertaining
There are bedrooms on all three levels, accessible by two stairways, the main flight of...
Ex-NBA player’s Brewers Hill bar property goes to foreclosure auction
The property of Baltimore native and ex-Atlanta Hawks guard Malcolm Delaney's So Baltimore Sports Bar...
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage climbs to highest level in 13 months
It's now the highest it's been since July 31, 2025, when it was at 6.72%.
Ex-Ravens coach John Harbaugh’s former house in Owings Mills is sold
The Owings Mills mansion belonging to former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has been sold...
AI boom heats up Bay Area housing market as wealthy buyers drive demand for high-end homes across US
It comes as the broader housing market remains stagnant with elevated mortgage rates.
How to buy a home before your old one sells (without going broke)
A real estate agent with years of experience in your area can be a vital...
Hot Property: Lutherville-Timonium mansion graciously combines the old with the new
Constructed in 1852 for the Bosley family, who helped settle Towson, the home — dubbed...
Carroll commissioners face Oct. 1 deadline on zoning changes
County officials are considering zoning changes for cluster subdivisions and age-restricted housing while updating local...
Mortgage rates rise, bringing the average rate on a 30-year home loan to where it was 4 weeks ago
Higher mortgage rates can add hundreds of dollars a month in costs for borrowers.
Royal Farms wants to build on Bel Air corner formerly sought by Sheetz
Royal Farms wants to build a store and gas station on Bel Air's Churchville Road,...
Zillow and Redfin resolve litigation over deal FTC claims suppresses rental listings competition
The settlement announced Monday resolves litigation brought by attorneys general in several states.
US housing affordability gauge worsens for first time since 2023
Higher borrowing costs soaked up a bigger chunk of earnings for new homebuyers.
Auction for ex-Little Italy restaurant canceled following bankruptcy filing
The on-site auction for a former Little Italy restaurant was canceled this week following the...
Mortgage rates ease again, but remain higher than this time last year
One year ago, the average rate was 6.58%.
Hot Property: Pasadena home with privacy is ideal for entertaining
Set on nearly 4 acres of oaks and pines, at the end of a cul-de-sac,...
When should you refinance your mortgage?
With mortgage rates still higher than in recent years, the question of whether refinancing is...
Mortgage rates dip slightly for the first time in six weeks, but remain steeper than last year
Higher mortgage rates can lead prospective home shoppers to delay buying.
US existing homes fall 1.7% in July as record prices, high mortgage rates stifle would be-buyers
The U.S. median sales price increased 2% from a year earlier, to $434,100.
Hot Property: $1.3M Ellicott City home on nearly 7 acres has pool, hot tub
Exposed timbers mark the kitchen and family room, where built-in cherry shelves, a gas stove...
A former Little Italy restaurant goes to auction after years of vacancy
A 12,000-square-foot former restaurant site, located between Harbor East and Little Italy, is headed to...
Legislative committee puts new Maryland building code on hold amid environmental concerns
“It appears to violate Maryland law, which requires that our building codes be at least...
Hot Property: Waterfront home in Middle River features dock, elevator
The home is huge, with more than 8,000 square feet of living space. There are...
Three homeowners who scored lower mortgage rates — and how they did it
Buying a home is just as much about life’s circumstances as it is about math....
What is the 28/36 rule for home affordability?
“How much house can I afford?” That’s the first question prospective homebuyers should ask themselves....
Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to highest level in a year at 6.66%
Higher mortgage rates can add hundreds of dollars a month in costs for borrowers.
Hot Property: Westminster home offers pool and luxurious primary suite
The primary suite has a gas fireplace, sitting area, its own washer/dryer, an ample walk-in...
A Buckley restaurant and its building are listed for sale in Annapolis
The sushi spot formerly called Tsunami and its building hit the market for $3.75 million....
Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.58%, highest level in nearly a year
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose from 6.55% last week
Hot Property: Edgewater estate offers front-row view of the 5th green
Not all upscale homes in Anne Arundel County have shorelines and docks. This manor house...
3 traps the mortgage industry doesn’t want you to know about — and how to avoid them
Buying a home is an exhilarating and exhausting process, one that tests the wits and...
Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.55%, highest level in nearly a year
One year ago, the average rate was 6.75%.
Aberdeen weighs accessory dwelling unit rules ahead of state deadline
City planners are still sorting out how much local control they'll keep as Aberdeen rewrites...
Hot Property: Rustic Reisterstown estate was once owned by ex-Ravens coach Brian Billick
The 5-bedroom, 6-bath Reisterstown home, set on a heavily wooded 61-acre tract, was once owned...
How to sell a house without a Realtor — and what to know first
Selling your home on your own, without the help of a real estate agent, can...
Where Baltimore ranks on list of best and worst cities for first-time homebuyers
With first-time buyers accounting for just 21% of home purchases last year, a new WalletHub...
Is buying a home still the way to wealth? Some young Americans aren’t sure
Many people under 40 who feel that homeownership isn’t the wealth-building tool it once was.
Low birth rate risks creating US housing glut over coming decade
“We’re moving from a time of rapid household formation to one where there’s a slowdown.”
New York construction scare highlights the challenges of converting offices into housing
By R.J. RICO, JESSICA HILL and PHILIP MARCELO NEW YORK (AP) — When two steel...
Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to 6.49%, pushing up homebuyers’ borrowing costs
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.49% from 6.43% last week.
US home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise
Home sales have been mostly hovering close to a 4-million annual pace going back to...
How to (safely) borrow from your home equity
Before exploring HELOC options, you should understand how home equity borrowing works.
Hot Property: Georgian mansion in Owings Mills has guest house, dog run
There's no end to sleeping quarters, with a one-bedroom apartment atop the two-car garage and,...
Average 30-year US mortgage rate falls to 6.43%, its lowest level in seven weeks
One year ago, the average rate was 6.67%.
Higher-end buyers make Baltimore housing market ‘extremely competitive’
Across Baltimore, the housing market started the year on a slight downturn. Yet pockets of...
Eviction notice extension takes effect Wednesday in Anne Arundel
Starting Wednesday, Anne Arundel landlords must provide 14 days' eviction notice instead of six, a...
Hot Property: Woodbine colonial has impressive outdoor space on 3 acres
The Woodbine home's lower level has a bedroom and full bath with a separate entrance,...
Pinky Cole’s Slutty Vegan relocating to Cross Street Market
The vegan fast-food restaurant founded by Baltimore native Pinky Cole Hayes is coming to a...
How newly minted millionaires could reshape San Francisco home design
The explosion of wealth that will follow a handful of history’ s biggest initial public...
Johnston Square’s vacant houses are disappearing | COMMENTARY
What brought all the help to this East Baltimore neighborhood? A 2004 fire, determined to...
After half-century, Edgewater park building gets $2.9M upgrade serving inclusive camp
“Just to see the look on the kids' faces, that makes it all worth it,”...
Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to 6.49%, little changed from its range the past 6 weeks
Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages also ticked higher this week.
Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill into law. What does that mean for homebuyers, renters?
Refusal could impact aspiring homeowners and renters at a time of high costs.
The best and worst cities for home flipping in 2026
PropertyReach reports on the best and worst cities for home flipping in 2026, highlighting profitable...
Hot Property: Waterfront Annapolis home offers privacy and serenity
Set in a protected cove along Saltworks Creek, the three-level residence fits snugly amid the...
How housing market inventory is shifting across every state
Speaking in front of institutional investors and money managers on Tuesday at the Bank of...
The hidden costs of moving into a new home, and how to avoid them
Culligan reports that many new homeowners underestimate post-closing costs, averaging $15,979 annually.
Inside The Wren owners’ decision to put critically acclaimed pub up for sale
Critically acclaimed pub The Wren in Fells Point has hit the market — and its...
63 more apartments planned for Perkins Place in Belcamp; meeting Thursday
A 63-unit apartment building featuring 55 one-bedroom apartments and eight two-bedroom units is planned for...
Local ice cream parlor to open Bethesda location
A Maryland ice cream chain is preparing to open its first Montgomery County location.
Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate falls to 6.47%, tracking lower bond yields as Iran war winds down
U.S. mortgage rates fell this week as Treasury yields retreat following ceasefire news.
Hot Property: Spacious Sykesville home has plenty of rustic charm
The Sykesville home has a hunting heritage: There's a built-in gun safe upstairs, and a...
What are ‘pocket listings’ in real estate and why are they so controversial?
Some tout their benefits while others say they lack transparency and can skew market statistics.
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.52%, just below its high for the year
Borrowing costs on home loans remain elevated relative before Iran war began.
Hot Property: Owings Mills home is ideal for year-round entertaining
The Owings Mills home's lower level has a rec room, kitchenette and wet bar. The...
US home sales surge to the fastest pace this year despite rising mortgage rates and prices
Sales also rose 3.2% compared with May last year.
First-time homebuyers face hurdles despite gradual improvement
Multi-generational living becomes a common strategy to navigate high home prices.
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.48%, retreating from its highest level in 9 months
The average rate remains below 6.85%, where it was a year ago.
Ex-Ravens coach John Harbaugh and family complete move from Maryland to New Jersey
Former Ravens coach John Harbaugh and his family moved the last of their belongings this...
Hot Property: Victorian-era Roland Park home has charm galore
This Victorian-era home, set in Baltimore's Roland Park neighborhood, has seven bedrooms, four full baths...
Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.53%, highest level in nine months
Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages also rose this week.
Long-term room rental bill introduced in Annapolis
Annapolitans could soon legally rent out their spare rooms long term if new city legislation...
