Real estate investors snatching up record share of affordable homes, report finds

Real estate investors are buying U.S. homes at the fastest pace in nearly two years, according to new findings from Redfin. Here’s what’s driving this.

Homes are overvalued in most of the US – and the problem is worse in these 5 states

An overwhelming majority of homes in the U.S. are overvalued as steep mortgage rates and an ongoing housing shortage push the price of real estate even higher.

Tour of remodeled homes - the backyard
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This is your chance to see how Metro Milwaukee updates their homes - and who they are entrusting to do the work! FOX6 WakeUp stopped at one example home in Wauwatosa and checked out the backyard and patio area.

Tour of remodeled homes - the bathroom
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This is your chance to see how Metro Milwaukee updates their homes - and who they are entrusting to do the work! FOX6 WakeUp stopped at one example home in Wauwatosa and checked out the bathroom.

NARI Milwaukee: 2024 tour of remodeled homes

What's old, is new again! On Sunday, May 19, you can check out newly remodeled homes in the Milwaukee metro area.

Tour of remodeled homes - the living room
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This is your chance to see how Metro Milwaukee updates their homes - and who they are entrusting to do the work! FOX6 WakeUp stopped at one example home in Wauwatosa and checked out the living room.

NARI Milwaukee's 2024 Tour of Remodeled Homes
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NARI Milwaukee's 2024 Tour of Remodeled Homes is on now, and Louis Weiher joined FOX6 WakeUp to showcase one remodeled home in Wauwatosa, specifically the kitchen!

Homebuyers in these states pay the most on unexpected fees

Data collected in March 2024 showed which states in the United States paid the most unexpected fees when buying a home.

House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city

The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.

Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says

The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.

Child care now costs more than a mortgage, study finds

Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.

Milwaukee home assessments 'sticker shock;' your questions answered

Home assessment sticker shock has led people to worry about higher taxes. But, higher assessments don't necessarily mean a higher tax bill.

Milwaukee property assessments sticker shock
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Milwaukee's home values are up on average of 19%, and all properties combined are up about 17% following a recent property assessment. FOX6 sat down with the woman who oversees City of Milwaukee assessments to explain why this doesn't necessarily mean your property taxes will increase.