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Forty-five states have sales tax, which means five do not — good news if you're looking to cut down on how much you pay in taxes once you retire.

“Since this rate cut was no surprise, the markets have taken it in stride,” 43-year mortgage industry veteran Melissa Cohn told Fortune.

Many markets far outpace national averages.

The cumulative price cut in October hit $25,000, matching the largest discounts Zillow has ever recorded.

Prices in some areas are up more than 60% over the past five years.

"Home values surged over the past six years, and the vast majority of homeowners still have significant equity. What we’re seeing now is a normalization, not a crash.”

These five overlooked cities could be the smartest places to buy a home now. See why real estate experts say they’re hidden gems before prices soar.

Take a look at your monthly budget. What’s the most expensive line item? Almost certainly, your rent is your priciest monthly expenditure. As Zillow has recently reported, rent levels have rocketed upward far faster than incomes since 2019, making housing costs increasingly difficult to afford in America. Is it even…

Zillow unveiled major U.S. cities with affordable rent under $1,500 ideal for budget-conscious renters seeking low-cost housing and high apartment availability.