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

The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Top $16,000 a Year
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The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Top $16,000 a Year

Fed Cuts Rates, but Powell Says December Cut Is No Guarantee
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Fed Cuts Rates, but Powell Says December Cut Is No Guarantee

Lower mortgage rates extend housing momentum into fall (September market report)
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Lower mortgage rates extend housing momentum into fall (September market report)

Where it’s easiest to find a rental for less than $1,000
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Where it’s easiest to find a rental for less than $1,000

Homeownership Costs, Drop in Home Value Hit Black Households Hardest
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Homeownership Costs, Drop in Home Value Hit Black Households Hardest

Sellers slam the brakes; new listings fall to record low for August
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Sellers slam the brakes; new listings fall to record low for August

Why Home Values Are Rising in Half the Country, Falling in the Other
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Why Home Values Are Rising in Half the Country, Falling in the Other

Fed Holds Rates Steady; Home Buyers Remain Stuck
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Fed Holds Rates Steady; Home Buyers Remain Stuck

June 2025 Existing Home Sales: Affordability Continues to Hamper Buyers
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June 2025 Existing Home Sales: Affordability Continues to Hamper Buyers

Signs of a Balanced Housing Market Emerge as Inventory Approaches Six-Year High
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Signs of a Balanced Housing Market Emerge as Inventory Approaches Six-Year High

May 2025 Existing Home Sales Firmer Than Expected, Despite Economic Uncertainty
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May 2025 Existing Home Sales Firmer Than Expected, Despite Economic Uncertainty

Market Tips Toward Balance as Inventory Rises and Competition Eases (May 2025 Market Report)
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Market Tips Toward Balance as Inventory Rises and Competition Eases (May 2025 Market Report)