The Hidden Housing Cost Pushing Millions of Homeowners Over Budget

Real Estate News · October 30, 2026 · Source: Realtor.com · By Allaire Conte · 5 min read at the source

Over 24,000 Gary, IN Residents Still Without Power 9 Days After Powerful Storm

Nearly 6 million more homeowners exceed the 30% housing-cost threshold when repairs count, exposing the hidden cost of homeownership.

Reported by Allaire Conte for Realtor.com (Trends), originally published October 30, 2026.

Read the full article on Realtor.com

Topics: Trends, Affordability, Aging In Place, Cost Of Living, Home Repair Loans, Home Repairs, Homeowner, Income

More Real Estate News

‘In Over Their Heads’: Red Flags Before the Sudden Collapse of ‘Perpetual Cruise’ That Left Residents Stranded — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com
EXCLUSIVE: Influencer Rachel Martino Reveals How to Bring Color Into Your Home—even if You’re Renting — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com
Brooklyn Decker Put Her Interior Design Skills to the Test with Gut Renovation of Whimsical Charlotte Estate — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com
Classic Horror-Movie Towns Where Homes Aren’t Frightfully Expensive — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com
Classic Horror Movie Towns Where Homes Aren’t Frightfully Expensive — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com
Bill and Giuliana Rancic Are Considering a Move to Nashville or Florida as Son Duke Says Chicago is ‘Chaotic’ — October 30, 2026 · Realtor.com