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Curious what’s in store for the rest of 2024? Zillow Chief Economist Skylar Olsen sits down with The Weekly’s Rachel Horgan to share a mid-year economic outlook and tips for homebuyers. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gDzd9tz4

After tying the knot, this New York couple faced another big decision: to buy or to rent? Discover what they chose and how Zillow guided them to find both the perfect agent and their dream home.

Join Zillow's Sales Team in partnership with Women in Sales for a Summer evening at the iconic Pendry Hotel in the heart of River North. Join us for a rooftop happy hour and sit-down dinner with the Zillow team for real conversations, connection and new opportunities. Spots are limited! Please register at the linked event page and our team will confirm attendance. #ZGlife #salesteam #womeninsales

The rental market is stabilizing, and thanks to rising wages, renters have a chance to breathe after the pandemic’s rapid rent growth. Zillow Rental Trends Expert Emily McDonald has the details – plus, tips for renters looking for a new place. Dive into the research: https://lnkd.in/ehfpcbpy

Get the scoop on the latest housing market trends in this month's newsletter.

It may still be a sellers market in most of the country, but according to Zillow’s Heat Index, buyers had the edge in April and May. Zillow Chief Economist Skylar Olsen digs into the details and shares where buyers still have an advantage. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSm-XUNN #Zillow #HousingMarket

In today’s market, median-income households in major U.S. metros need a down payment of over $127,000 – or 35.4% – to afford payments on a typical home, according to Zillow Research. Such a large upfront payment is a barrier for many buyers, but there are resources that can help. Learn more about how down payment assistance, such as grants or loans, can reduce this financial burden: https://lnkd.in/eK9cGg-a 

There are 22% more homes for sale than there were a year ago. With more sellers entering the market, lower prices could be on the horizon. Zillow Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy breaks down what this means for buyers. Dive into the research: https://lnkd.in/eSm-XUNN #Zillow #HousingMarket

Despite an uptick in homebuilding, the shortage of available homes continues to grow, perpetuating the affordability crisis. Zillow Research dives into the details,  including which metros are being hit the hardest and potential solutions. Zillow also actively works to advance laws and policies, such as the Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY) Act, which incentivizes high-density single-family and multifamily zoning through the Community Development Block Grant Program, to help increase housing supply and create opportunities for underserved communities. Read the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/e4Vffmbh #Zillow #Housing

We believe everyone deserves access to housing and workplace experiences free from discrimination or bias, which is why we advocate for policies and innovate new products that make housing more accessible and equitable. Read more about our efforts here: https://lnkd.in/eRM3pG6g #ZGLife #Pride