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Homes are unaffordable in 80% of larger U.S. counties, analysis finds
Across much of the U.S., owning a home now requires spending more for housing than experts generally recommend.
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Across much of the U.S., owning a home now requires spending more for housing than experts generally recommend.
"It's not a seller's market. It's not a buyer's market. It's getting very balanced."
Four major cities in California were included in a Chapman University study of housing affordability around the world.
The median income is just over $58,000 and the average home price is just over $400,000.
The presidents of two realty associations in North Texas said negotiating a commission with a real estate agent doesn't require a lawsuit in Texas. Commissions have always been up for hammering out.
As housing prices continue to rise, new data highlights how hard it can be to afford a home in some parts of the U.S.
"Even places that historically have been affordable now need six figures," according to Redfin's chief economist.
According to Freddie Mac, interest rates are at 7.19%.
Home prices have jumped so much that Americans must pay a third of their income on housing, according to one study.
You have five minutes to try and lower your property tax bill. So how do you do it? CBS News Texas sat down with tax attorney Bobby Ola to get advice on how to handle an appraisal protest hearing.
Property owners across North Texas are planning to protest their appraisals after another year of skyrocketing values, but it's not just homeowners feeling the pinch.
The outrage over sky high property tax appraisals is getting personal in one North Texas county.
The outrage over sky high property tax appraisals is getting personal in one North Texas county.
Property owners can expect to see values go up by 10% to 20% this year.
Property appraisal notices are starting to go out across North Texas this week, with another 10% to 20% increase in home values expected across the region over last year.
As the spring homebuying season approaches, affordability is at its lowest point in history, one economist said.
The Collin County Association of Realtors reports year-to-year median sales prices in Collin County are up nearly 20%, but homes are staying on the market longer.
Debt just became more costly for consumers – whether that's auto loans, credit cards, and in some cases home mortgages.
Surge in borrowing costs is pushing some buyers out of the market, while sellers face a quandary.
Economists say that DFW homes are overvalued 48%.
Researchers found that cities that already had a large share of remote workers before the pandemic tended to attract even more after the pandemic shutdowns.
A west Texas school built in 1909 for Mexican and Mexican American students as part of "separate but equal" education segregation was designated as a national park.
Wednesday morning is muggy across Dallas-Fort Worth and the day will be hot and humid despite more cloud cover on the way.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
A west Texas school built in 1909 for Mexican and Mexican American students as part of "separate but equal" education segregation was designated as a national park.
Wednesday morning is muggy across Dallas-Fort Worth and the day will be hot and humid despite more cloud cover on the way.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Three Republican National Convention delegates from North Texas discuss former President Trump entering the convention hall two days after being shot, his Vice President pick, and more.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.
The defending champions won seven of their last 10 games to enter the All-Star break in third place in the AL West.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
A shower is possible on Wednesday.
The school board voted to approve the contract and evaluation for Angelica Ramsey. The board did not give exact details on what the vote entailed.
Temperatures could drop to the upper 80s!
Kat Dunn sits down with Madison Sawyer and Scott Padgett ahead of the premiere of Big Brother season 26.
CenterPoint customers are upset with the energy company for not fixing power lines days after Hurricane Beryl slammed the Texas coast.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.