City of Dallas discusses creation of sanctioned homeless encampments

After years of shutting down homeless encampments only to have another encampment pop up in a new location, the City of Dallas is considering creating sanctioned encampments.

Dallas has received 160 complaints about short-term rentals this year

The City of Dallas has passed an ordinance that would block short-term rentals from most single-family neighborhoods, but it is currently on hold.

South Dallas woman pushes for tougher laws for fake property deed scams

Property deed theft is becoming such a problem in Texas that state lawmakers are considering creating a new criminal offense to hold crooks accountable. A South Dallas woman had no idea it was happening to her until an empty lot she owned was being cleared by strangers.

Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey

The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.

Here are America's 'fastest-growing suburbs' with home values under $500K

If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban AI rent price-fixing software

San Francisco is putting a stop to automated price-setting for rent, arguing that software has scammed renters out of good prices for housing units.

More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds

A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.

Elm Thicket residents at odds with developer after city mistakenly approves building permit

On one side, the developer says he already invested half a million dollars into a new duplex after the city gave him the greenlight. And on the other, neighbors say they shouldn't have to pay the price for the city's error.

Dallas City Hall mistake could cost Elm Thicket developer nearly half a million dollars

The city approved 19 building permits in violation of the Elm Thicket zoning restrictions. But with the city now ordering a stop to ongoing construction, developers are facing potentially huge financial setbacks.

Far North Dallas residents oppose proposed 12-story high-rise development

The proposal is for a high-rise apartment complex with restaurants and retail below. The developer argues the development would revitalize the aging shopping center. But not everyone seems to agree.

Here's where you can get the most (and least) apartment space for $1,500 a month

Wichita, Kansas offers 1,359 square feet of living space on average for a monthly rent of $1,500, while Manhattan offers a mere 228 square feet for the same price, according to a new report.

Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities

Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.

Dallas committee rejects plan to ban multiplexes in residential neighborhoods

A lot of the debate centers around affordability, with some arguing multiplexes will create more affordable housing. But others argue older affordable homes will turn into unaffordable luxury units.

Tiny homes in Dallas won't be allowed in residential neighborhoods — for now

A Dallas zoning committee says there is more work that needs to be done before giving the green light to tiny homes in single-family residential neighborhoods. However, that could change in the near future.