Nearly three-quarters of Americans say real estate investors are responsible for the lack of affordable housing in the United States, according to a new study from Clever Offers. President Trump is capitalizing on the high level of anti-investor sentiment with an executive order banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes. The order, however, has been …

Millennials have a complicated view of homeownership. They’re stressed about buying a home but are still desperate to purchase one. Most don’t have nearly enough money saved for a down payment, yet they’re unwilling to make financial sacrifices, such as spending less on coffee or vacations, to save. Most already have a lot of debt …

Millennials have a complicated view of homeownership. They’re stressed about buying a home but are still desperate to purchase one. Many don’t have nearly enough money saved for a down payment, but they’re unwilling to make financial sacrifices, such as spending less on coffee or vacations, to save money. Most have a lot of debt …

Americans who plan to buy or sell a home in 2026 are pessimistic about the overall economy, but positive about the prospects of the housing market – especially when it comes to their own future sale or purchase. A new study from Clever Offers surveyed Americans preparing to enter an uncertain real estate market and …

Americans are under financial stress as the holidays approach, with 38% saying this is the first year they’re worried about how they’re going to afford gifts this season. What’s more, two-thirds say the holidays have become more financially stressful than joyful. A new study from Clever Real Estate examines how consumers are holiday shopping in …

Homeowners have more options than ever when it comes to selling their homes. Thanks to real estate technology platforms, such as iBuyers, cash-buying companies, and flat-fee multiple listing services, many Americans are exploring ways to sell their home without using an agent. However, a new study from Clever Offers suggests that using a traditional real …

The fears Americans harbor about homeownership include unexpected costs, bad neighbors, and high interest rates. But the list of scares doesn’t end there.  Nearly a quarter of Americans said the scariest thing about owning a home is the possibility that it’s haunted, according to a new study from Real Estate Witch. For a surprising percentage …

Selling a home is one of the most lucrative financial transactions in the life of an average American. What many people don’t realize is that it can also be one of the most expensive. In 2025, selling a home costs about $67,245 — more than three times what the average home seller anticipates, according to …

Americans harbor a lot of conflicting feelings about the places they call home. At the same time, most people like where they live, but many of them are also embarrassed or frustrated by their home. What’s more, 61% of Americans dream of moving to a better place, according to a new survey from Clever Offers …

Although 90% of Gen Z want to become homeowners someday, 79% believe they’re priced out of the market, according to a new survey from Clever Offers. The survey uncovered an alarming level of financial instability among Gen Z that hinders their ability to buy homes. About 46% of Zoomers said they’re already struggling to pay …