housing

Inaccurate tenant histories can add to the many woes renters face finding homes.

More affordable housing is coming to Fort Worth at a price tag of $8 million dollars from city council. It’s the next phase in the Renaissance Heights housing project. NBC 5’s Vince Sims takes a closer look at what some are saying it will bring to the area.

Donald Trump wants to address the housing shortage in the U.S. But some of his promises might be hurdles in the way.

With a Republican sweep of the presidency and Congress, mortgage rates could stay well above 6% for the rest of 2024.

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make but for many North Texans the dream of home ownership is out of reach. NBC 5’s Brittney Johnson spoke with one young mother who talked about the choices she had to make to create a better life for her family.

The next major piece to addressing homelessness is now open in northeast Dallas. As NBC 5’s David Goins shows us, an old hotel remodel brings about new opportunities for those calling it home now.

The next major piece in addressing homelessness is now open in Northeast Dallas, as an old hotel remodel is creating new opportunities for those who call it home.

More and more homeowners are skimping on insurance, despite the financial risks.

Homeowners in a historically Black neighborhood say builders are intentionally ignoring city zoning requirements for home height and design and are asking a city board to step in and enforce hard fought zoning rules in the Elm Thicket neighborhood near Love Field. David Goins has the update.

The lack of affordable housing and cost of living is causing some people who are in shelters to stay there longer until they can make enough money to afford rent or live on their own. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen spoke with to Tim Grigsby, the CEO of Dallas 24 Hour Club, about the issue. 

The rising cost of housing is impacting more than just renters and those looking to buy a home.

Increasing housing costs are impacting the homeless population in North Texas. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the details.

One in four middle-income new homeowners — twice as many as a decade before — are buying into cost-burdened situations, according to NBC News.

Monday evening the City of Lewisville held a public hearing to get input regarding a federal grant they’re applying for to help with affordable housing. They’re also asking people to take a survey to get the community’s opinion.

City leaders in Lewisville are trying to help solve the housing crisis. Affordable housing is becoming harder to find so the city is working to get big money in the form of a grant to help it’s residents. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil explains, the city wants feedback from those who can benefit.

Applications to refinance a home loan surged 20% last week compared with the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index. Demand was 175% higher than the same week one year ago.

While there is a rush to capitalize on falling rates, North Dallas certified financial planner Bill Dendy said, borrowers should really consider their situation before refinancing. NBC 5’s Laura Harris has the details.

Developers say they’re stuck after the city of Dallas issued stop work orders for homes under construction in a historic neighborhood.

Developers in Dallas are facing issues after the city issued ‘stop work’ orders for homes under construction in a historic neighborhood because their permits did not comply with new zoning rules. NBC 5’s David Goins has more.

You aren’t wasting money by renting, says self-made millionaire. In fact, it can be a smarter financial move than buying.