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Kara Ng

Kara Ng

Senior Economist at Zillow

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MortgagesFinancing
Kara Ng

Kara Ng

SENIOR ECONOMIST AT ZILLOW

Dr. Kara Ng is a Senior Economist on Zillow’s Economic Research team, where she analyzes housing data to identify emerging trends. In prior roles in financial services, she built quantitative models to forecast macroeconomic and financial conditions, guiding asset allocation and strategy. Dr. Ng earned her Ph.D. in economics from the University of Washington, where she focused on quantitative methods for forecasting. She enjoys leveraging data-driven insights to inform buyers, sellers, and industry professionals.

Expertise
MortgagesFinancing
Kara Ng

Kara Ng

Senior Economist at Zillow

Expertise
MortgagesFinancing

Kara Ng's Latest Articles

Curbside view of detached home, 100-year old restoration with wrap-around veranda and garden. Summertime.
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How Much Is a Down Payment on a $400k House?

Stock photo of the exterior of a home in Northern California, along the coast in Pacifica.
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How Much Is a Down Payment on a $300k House?

Suburban home with landscaped yard on article about average mortgage payments
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What Is the Average Mortgage Payment?

spring housing market update
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Spring Home-Buying Season 2026: What Economists Say You Can Expect

Should I sell my house in 2025
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Should I Sell My House Now or Wait Until 2027?

These Are the 10 Best Markets for Home Buyers in 2026
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These Are the 10 Best Markets for Home Buyers in 2026

Homes in These 20 Metros Could be More Affordable by Year’s End
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Homes in These 20 Metros Could be More Affordable by Year’s End

Buyers Gain Traction During the Slowest Month of the Year in Real Estate
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Buyers Gain Traction During the Slowest Month of the Year in Real Estate

Jumbo Loan Limits for 2026
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Jumbo Loan Limits for 2026

Home Affordability Hits a Three-Year High
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Home Affordability Hits a Three-Year High

How Much Should You Have in an Emergency Fund?
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How Much Should You Have in an Emergency Fund?

A couple discussing UFMIP on a FHA loan with their mortgage lender.
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What Is an Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (UFMIP)?