What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop

The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.

Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey

The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban AI rent price-fixing software

San Francisco is putting a stop to automated price-setting for rent, arguing that software has scammed renters out of good prices for housing units.

More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds

A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.

Milwaukee Housing Authority faces class-action lawsuit, filed by residents

Residents of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee and leaders from Common Ground announced a class-action lawsuit against the HACM for what they said were "uninhabitable" living conditions.

Home buyers workshop at Holy Redeemer Church in Milwaukee

Tiffany Batton and Don Cornelius joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to talk about a home buyers workshop happening Saturday, Aug. 24 at Holy Redeemer Church in Milwaukee.

Pewaukee fire, emergency services fee; seniors protest change

A fee for fire and emergency services? It is making a certain group of Pewaukee residents feel targeted. Seniors protested outside village hall.

Wisconsin homeless veterans, HUD funds for administrative costs

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued nearly $2 million to address veteran homelessness in the Great Lakes region.

Milwaukee housing authority residents pressure leaders: 'Step down'

Milwaukee housing authority residents are pushing for change – and putting pressure on the mayor – after years of complaints at several properties.

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban rental-price software

San Francisco is now the first city in the nation to ban the use of a type of software that large landlords use to set rental prices.

Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities

Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.

New building to help with homelessness
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Milwaukee County officials shared a new investment on Thursday, June 13, aimed to help southeastern Wisconsinites.

College, Holt park-and-ride homeless camps removed: 'I want help'

From tossing tents to towing trucks, crews cleared out two Milwaukee park-and-ride lots where homeless encampments popped up.

Housing affordability is Gen Z's top voting issue, Redfin survey finds

Rising housing costs are making it difficult for first-time buyers to secure a home, an issue concerning young voters ahead of November’s election.