Preparing Your House Before a Big Trip

Homeowners leaving for extended trips should look for ways to prevent break-ins and home accidents, including holding the mail and unplugging appliances.

Renters Feel Less Connected Than Homeowners

A new Redfin survey found 47% of renters feel a sense of belonging in their neighborhood, compared with 64% of homeowners.

DeSantis, Cabinet Consider Land Deals

Officials are considering spending $318M for conservation land and to protect rural properties from development across 15 counties.

Mortgage Rates Hit Third Straight Weekly Decline

The average rate on 30-year mortgages fell from 6.69% last week to 6.6%, the lowest level since Oct. 24. The rate on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.84%.