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With U.S. rents climbing nearly 50% in the past decade, renters across the country have felt their budgets squeezed. In high-cost metros like New York, San Francisco, or Los Angeles, it’s not uncommon for rent to consume over one-third of a household’s income leaving little left for savings or other essentials. But not every city […]

The U.S. rental market continues to show signs of cooling, bringing cautious optimism for renters across the nation. Realtor.com’s latest May 2025 Rent Report highlights a 22-month streak of declining year-over-year rents, signaling that affordability though still a challenge is slowly improving. However, underlying economic, policy, and construction trends suggest that the relief may be […]

For generations, buying a home has been the cornerstone of the American dream a sign of stability, success, and financial independence. But in 2025, that dream is becoming harder to reach, as new data reveals that owning a home now requires nearly twice the income of renting in many major U.S. cities. A new report […]

Across New York State, a fresh wave of rent hikes is hitting tenants hard. In a narrow 5–4 vote, housing regulators approved rent increases that mark some of the steepest in years. For many renters, this decision translates into higher monthly bills, tighter budgets, and growing uncertainty about long-term housing stability. The move comes at […]

The American rental market has always reflected larger economic and social trends from job growth to migration patterns. But when it comes to the states with the steepest monthly rents, California and Hawaii continue to dominate the list. For many residents, the dream of living in paradise or a coastal metropolis comes with a hefty […]

The U.S. rental market has been on a rollercoaster ride over the last few years. After pandemic-related slowdowns and temporary rent freezes, prices have rebounded in some places, at staggering rates. A new analysis by Rentec, as featured in the New York Post, highlights the states where renters are feeling the sharpest pinch. From coastal […]