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Americans Are Moving Less. Why Is Gen Z the Outlier?

and on April 24, 2026

Bank of America data from millions of accounts shows Gen X and boomers are fleeing cold, expensive cities — while 20-somethings are flocking to places like Denver and Philadelphia even when the local job market is shrinking.

New Fed Chair in an Evolving Economy: What Warsh Might Face

and on April 18, 2026

Kevin Warsh would inherit a Federal Reserve caught between political pressure to cut rates and an inflationary tide driven by tariffs, immigration policy, and a deliberate push to weaken the dollar.

First-Time Homebuyer? Here Are 10 Metros Where You Might Luck Out

and on April 17, 2026

Jacksonville tops Zillow’s April rankings — and in some of these markets, nearly two-thirds of for-sale listings fall within reach of a median-income buyer.

Home Sales Were Limping Even before War, $4 Gas. Now What?

and on April 13, 2026

Existing home sales just hit their lowest pace since 1995 — and the March data doesn’t yet capture the full drag from rising mortgage rates and $4-a-gallon gas.

Buyer’s Markets in the U.S.? Here Are 8 Surprising Metros

and on April 10, 2026

Eight major metros — mostly pandemic-era boomtowns in Florida, Texas, and Atlanta — have flipped to buyer’s territory, and experts say the negotiating leverage is only going to get stronger.

Your Sweet Tooth Will Cost You This Easter. Here’s the Bitter Truth.

and on April 2, 2026

Chocolate prices are surging ahead of the holiday, but one commodity expert sees a turning point on the horizon.

Gas Prices Top $4 a Gallon as Iran War Continues to Drive Up Oil Costs

, and on March 31, 2026

The national average just hit a milestone that many hoped wouldn’t return for years.

Stocks Sink, Wall Street’s ‘Fear Gauge’ Spikes as Iran War Continues

and on April 2, 2026

The Dow plunged nearly 800 points and two major indexes are now in correction territory as the ongoing Iran conflict sends oil prices soaring.

Mortgage Rates Are Surging Because of the Iran War. Here’s What to Do.

and on March 27, 2026

With mortgage rates surging amid the Iran conflict, adjustable-rate mortgages and rate buydowns are giving borrowers ways to save hundreds per month.

What Is Stagflation? The Worry Looming Over the Economy

and on March 25, 2026

One economist puts the odds of a 1970s-style economic meltdown at 35% — and rising oil prices from the Iran conflict are making it worse.

Risks From Hail Damage Surge, Putting 43.5M Homes in Peril

and on March 24, 2026

A new report finds hailstorms can now rival Category 4 hurricanes in financial damage — and millions of affordable homes are in the crosshairs.

Moving Abroad? Think Small Towns for Big Savings, Great Quality of Life

and on March 22, 2026

Forget the big-name cities — these under-the-radar communities offer comfortable living for as little as $2,000 a month.

Your Local Grocery Store Reveals a Lot About You and Your Home Price

and on March 19, 2026

A new analysis of 32,000 store openings over nearly 50 years uncovers a striking link between the chains in your neighborhood and how your home value is likely to change.

Dow Slides Nearly 800 Points After Fed Meeting Amid Oil Inflation

and on March 18, 2026

The sell-off came as oil prices surged past $105 a barrel and the Fed signaled no relief on rates.

Rents Decreased in Most Places. Here’s Where It Was Steepest.

, and on March 17, 2026

A nationwide construction boom has finally started pulling rents back down — but millions of Americans are still spending more than half their income just to keep a roof overhead.

Is Wall Street the Real Villain of the Housing Market?

and on March 14, 2026

A new analysis from Realtor.com suggests the real barrier to homeownership might not be the one getting the most attention in Washington.

‘Too Expensive.’ Americans Fret Over Gas Prices As Iran War Widens

, , , and on March 5, 2026

As gas prices rise nationally and conflict with Iran escalates, Americans are expressing frustration over the economic impact at the pump.

Oil Surges, Gas Tops $3 Nationwide as War Heats Up. What Comes Next?

and on March 3, 2026

Oil prices surged nearly 25% in a few days as the widening U.S.-Israel-Iran war choked off the Strait of Hormuz, pushing the national gas average above $3 a gallon and raising fears of further price hikes that could reach $90 per barrel.

It Wouldn’t Be Valentine’s Day Without Chocolate, No Matter the Cost

and on February 13, 2026

Despite elevated prices from supply-chain pressures and a 2025 price spike, Americans overwhelmingly plan to indulge in chocolate this Valentine’s Day—92% hope to receive it and many will buy it for themselves—because they see it as an affordable, iconic expression of love and connection.

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