Daily Dose

MReport had the opportunity to speak with McBride on Wednesday shortly before the Federal Reserve announced the rate increase.

Homes stayed on the market for an average of two days more in February than January.

Previous NAR data showed year-over-year and month-over-month increases in existing home sales

After the Department of Justice announced their support of PHH Corp in the case against the CFPB, opinions differed on the effectiveness of the Bureau.

Millennials in Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., and Des Moines, are pursuing home ownership more than their counterparts in any of the nation's 100 largest cities, according to a Lending Tree study.

As most Realtors know, helping a homeowner get their home in tip top condition before listing can significantly speed up a sale. In addition, consulting with buyers about their expectations and getting them pre-qualified for a loan will also expedite the process of house hunting.

Data shows that construction jobs have been increasing since November of last year.

Home sales and equities surge accompanied by rising interest rates. Despite this, prospective home buyers are challenged, but not discouraged from searching for their dream home.

Number of starts and completions increased in February, monthly and compared to last year. But permits dropped for the month.

HUD should expect a $6.2 billion budget cut on 2018, a 13.2 percent decrease from the 2017 annualized CR level.