A suit filed by Florida-based Van Ness Law Firm against the popular game is an example of diversification on the part of real estate law firms.
Read More »First Mortgages and HELOCs See Substantial Growth
First mortgages and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) both increased substantially in the first quarter, which means good news for the housing market.
Read More »Low Rates Push Sales, But What About the Homeownership Rate?
Mortgage rates have been hovering near historic lows for the past several months, which seems to have had a positive effect on new home sales. But have the low rates translated to an increase in homeownership?
Read More »Freddie Mac: The South is Where It’s At
As national indicators moved further into the stable range for housing, Freddie Mac reported the most substantial gains occurred in southern markets.
Read More »Saving is Tough, But Millennials are Doing It
While saving for a down payment remains a significant obstacle for millennials who hope to achieve homeownership, a recent survey indicates that a majority of them ARE saving.
Read More »Fed’s Monetary Policy Song Remains the Same
While one economist noted that the tone of the FOMC's announcement was largely positive, the Committee also said they expect inflation to stay well below the target of 2 percent for the foreseeable future.
Read More »The Top-Ranked Single-Family Housing Markets Are. . .
Where were the top single-family housing market for the summer located when ranked according to how housing fundamentals performed in each market?
Read More »Is Tight Supply Squeezing Demand?
Low inventory does not seem to be adversely affecting sales. Is it affecting demand?
Read More »Political Discussions Around Homeownership Heat Up
The two major party presidential candidates have not said much about housing. Lawmakers and industry stakeholders are bringing the issue back to the forefront, however.
Read More »Home Price Gains are Shrinking
Home prices have appreciated every month for more than four years—but the rate of appreciation is getting smaller.
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