Real Estate
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10 Hottest Luxury Neighborhoods: 2026
By Michael S. FischerEven in a buyers' market, strong demand outpaces supply in many high-end locations, Redfin finds.
July 30, 2026
Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.66%, Highest Level in a YearThe average for a 30-year fixed loan increased to 6.66% from 6.58% a week earlier, Freddie Mac said.
July 28, 2026
With Lifestyle Creep 'the Rule, Not the Exception,' Here's How Advisors Can HelpAs clients earn more, expenses often rise, erasing gains that could be put toward retirement planning.
July 27, 2026
12 Safest Big Cities in America: 2026SmartAsset ranked 83 cities on violent crime, property crime, traffic fatality rates and disaster risk.
July 24, 2026
Miami's Ultra-Luxury Home Sales Surge on Wealth FlightThe city is attracting ultra-wealthy people fleeing tax-the-rich policies in cities like New York and states such as California.
July 21, 2026
12 Cheapest Metro Areas to Raise a Child: 2026In two of these areas, costs actually declined from a year ago, according to SmartAsset.
July 14, 2026
12 Most Expensive Metro Areas to Raise a Child: 2026Families in some locations, SmartAsset finds, face more than twice the financial burden borne by those living elsewhere.
July 13, 2026
12 Best States to Save for a Down PaymentWhile it takes longer in some states to save, SmartAsset reports, the time needed has actually fallen in others.