Real estate News
DuPage County, IL Housing Market Update: May 2026
Key Takeaways DuPage County was firmly a seller’s market in May. Homes moved quickly, more than half sold above asking, and prices surged nearly four times faster than the national average. The median sale price rose 7.5% year over yea...
How 250 Years of Federal Policy Minted a $48.7T Housing Market
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday on Saturday, now is the perfect time to look back at how the nation has historically helped its citizens fulfill the American dream of homeownership, and what's in store for the next generati...
May the county water district limit a landowner’s groundwater use based on historic use?
https://journal.firsttuesday.us/wp-content/uploads/Audio-Las_Posas_Valley_Water_Rights_Coalition_v_Ventura_County_Waterworks_District_No_1….mp3Las Posas Valley Water Rights Coalition v. Ventura County Waterworks District No. 1Facts: A count...
The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now
You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are. Some areas are still seein...
When Is the Best Time to Buy a House?
Key Takeaways Late summer is the best time to buy a home, when listings are on the rise, inventory is fresher, and sellers are more willing to offer concessions. The best time to buy varies by city and priority: whether you’re looking ...
Inside Serena Williams’ Multimillion-Dollar Homes Amid Wimbledon Return
Sporting superstar Serena Williams will return to the iconic Center Court at Wimbledon for her first appearance in the tournament since she officially retired from professional tennis in 2022. Williams, 44, will take part in both the Women's Si...
Jamison Seeks More Rent Money
Jamison is after more rent money. In an early June complaint, the landlord claimed a tenant at its Koreatown mall, Handhin Pocha, was late on the rent. The family company said the comfort food spot at its City Center on 6th owed $71,250 — an...
Pols to bring rent freeze, primary momentum to Albany
Last week’s primary contests and the subsequent rent freeze vote were a one-two punch for the real estate industry.Both further dimmed hopes for favorable city and statewide policy, while setting up potential legal challenges from those who o...
