Thinking outside the box: Isanti couple builds home out of 6 shipping containers
For years, Ian and Janna Ebeling have fantasized about building their perfect home. Now, their dream is becoming a reality.
Minnesota lawmakers look to address starter home shortage
A bipartisan group of Minnesota lawmakers said Tuesday that the state's shortage of affordable homes and apartments is a major concern, but one proposal to address it faces an uphill climb.
Advocates push for rent control ordinance in Minneapolis
Early voting starts this Friday for the November elections, and Minneapolis has a lot on the ballot.
Biden's eviction ban blocked: Homeowner options to pursue
The Supreme Court once again ruled the CDC's eviction ban as unconstitutional. (iStock)
Expiration of eviction moratorium thrusts US into housing crisis
Millions of Americans are at risk of losing their homes now that the federal eviction moratorium has expired.
Number of tenants behind on rent doubled during COVID-19 pandemic
The number of indebted renters has fallen in recent months but still remains high compared to pre-pandemic levels as states work to ease the financial burden.
St. Paul rent stabilization petition earns 10,000 signatures
A petition to stabilize rent in St .Paul has gained enough signatures Monday thanks to the efforts of area organizers.
Tenant advocates, landlords push Minnesota to speed up rent relief payments
The federally funded RentHelpMN.org is key to ending Gov. Tim Walz's 14-month-old eviction moratorium, but lawmakers remain far apart on a deal as the rent relief program comes under scrutiny.
Sales of new US homes fell 5.9% in April in wake of soaring house prices in March
Sales of new homes fell a bigger-than-expected 5.9% in April, a drop that analysts blamed in part on soaring home prices.
1 in 4 Minnesota families pay more than they can afford for housing, report says
More than one in four Minnesota families pay more than they can afford for housing, according to a new report.
'Ultra-hot' Twin Cities housing market sends buyers on wild ride
Industry experts say low interest rates and low housing inventory is creating a Twin Cities housing market where a lot of eager buyers are competing with one another for few properties.
Super Deadline - what sellers need to know about the Spring housing market
The Super Bowl serves as the unofficial kickoff of sorts to the Spring housing market. Realtor Mark Parrish from Lakes Sotheby's International Realty joined the Buzz with tips for buyers and sellers to get their game plan ready.
What buyers & sellers need to know in the red hot Twin Cities Housing Market
2020 was a record year for the Twin Cities Housing Market. Realtor Mark Parrish from Lake Sotheby's International Realty joined the Buzz with what buyers and sellers need to know to navigate the red hot market.
City Council approves Indoor Village for Minneapolis homeless
The Minneapolis City Council unanimously approved nearly $2 million from the federal CARES Act for the Indoor Villages project—a proposal that would create 100 indoor tiny homes to provide shelter for people experiencing homelessness.
Worries about rent: Walz administration wants to pass $100 million relief package as 1st of the month approaches
Housing Finance Commissioner Jennifer Ho joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about a proposed relief package for renters and also resources available to those who may have trouble paying rent amid the COVID-19 crisis.
A time of increased need: Salvation Army ramps up services amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Salvation Army is keeping their most essential services open as need increases by "epic" proportions amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Director of Development Brian Molohon joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how the organization is helping as many people as they can, and how the community can assist with their mission.
Mayor Frey on Minneapolis emergency funds to help renters, small business amid outbreak
Minneapolis is rolling out emergency funds amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Mayor Jacob Frey joined the FOX 9 Morning News to explain how the money will focus on helping low-income renters and small businesses.
Faith leaders work to find space for former Drake residents
Blons is the president and CEO of the Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. Friday, he showed up a room set up for an otherwise homeless family in the basement of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis fires bring renewed calls for sprinklers in low-income housing
The Christmas Day fire at a Minneapolis low-income housing facility has renewed calls to retrofit older buildings with sprinklers, but the high cost complicates the issue.
Hot spring real estate market
The Twin Cities housing market is heating up this spring