This year has been an intense one for all industries, but the housing market has managed to come out on top. As 2021 draws nearer, Zillow offers some ...
Read More »How Has COVID-19 Changed Homebuyers’ Needs?
The housing market has had a surprisingly successful year in 2020, overcoming many challenges that COVID-19 has caused. However, the coronavirus pandemic has led those who are on ...
Read More »Mortgage Rates Continue to Drop, Causing ‘Buying Frenzy’
Mortgage rates have continued to drop for several months, contributing to a red-hot housing market with buyers hoping to take advantage of the low rates. A recent survey ...
Read More »Creating ‘Real Opportunities’ to Engage with Consumers
In the latest episode of DS5’s Inside the Industry, we speak with Candace Russell, VP of Post Sale at Carrington. She provides insight into the complexities of forbearance ...
Read More »Residential Real Estate Market Reaches New Heights
According to a new report from Redfin, which includes data regarding November home sales, the typical home sold last month only spent about 27 days on the market. ...
Read More »Americans Show Growing Interest in Smart Home Technology
Smart home technology has continued to grow in popularity this year, according to a recent survey from Realtor.com As more Americans are spending an increased amount of time ...
Read More »Why More Americans Are Investing in Existing Housing Stock
There is no denying that the housing market has had a successful year overall. However, the high demand for homes combined with sellers' hesitation to put their homes ...
Read More »Could Home Sales Reach Pre-Great Recession Levels?
The housing market has undergone a surprising amount of growth this year, considering the many difficulties caused by COVID-19 and an economic downturn. However, as the market enters ...
Read More »How Government Stimulus Helped the Housing Market Stay Strong
The COVID-19 pandemic has made 2020 a difficult year for many industries, but the housing market has been surprisingly resilient. In fact, “mortgage originations are on track to ...
Read More »Home Prices to Shift Due to Floods, Wildfires
Home prices have skyrocketed in 2020 because of high demand and low inventory. However, wildfires and floods have posed a risk to many areas of the United States. ...
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