Behind Charleston’s Most Famous Gates: The Sword Gate House Asks a Record $35 Million

Some of the most iconic ironwork in Charleston, SC, guards the entrance to a home that’s undergone a complete renovation in the six years since it last changed hands. The Sword Gate House, at 32 Legare Street is on the market for $35 million, a record-setting ask for Charleston. The estate last sold

What Each Party Promises on Housing Affordability as Congress Hangs in the Balance

As they jockey for control of Congress in a tight midterm race, Democrats and Republicans have each made promises that their party will focus on housing affordability. Both parties have spent the year pushing messages about affordability, especially in housing. Homeowners are being hammered with hig

Trump’s Latest Housing Move Promises Major Relief, but Which Buyers Will Actually Save Thousands?

Last month, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at housing affordability.  The multipart order runs the gamut, touching on everything from manufactured housing to permitting to direct the Departments of Agriculture and Veterans Affairs to reduce interest rates on their direct single-fami

Housing Week Ahead: Monthly Trends Data, Mortgage Rates, and Jobs Report

With all eyes on Election Day, this marks a relatively light week for new Realtor.com economics research reports and housing market indicators.  On Wednesday, I'll be issuing our October monthly housing trends report, taking a look at whether elevated mortgage rates caused buyers or sellers to pull