Market Studies

Experts from Redfin explain why declining rent costs aren’t showing up in the data just yet, as landlords nationwide are issuing one-time discounts to attract tenants.

In a new blog post, First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming explains that " “mortgage rate stability, even if the stabilization occurs at a higher level, is the key to a housing recovery.”

Meet the five finalists for the Laurie A. Maggiano Legacy Award, an honor recognizing the accomplishments of women leaders in the mortgage space for the positive role they play in the marketplace.

Purchase demand remained strong in August for newly constructed homes, increasing 20.6% compared to a year ago, according to the MBA Builder Application Survey, while the average loan size for new homes increased to $398,092.

“We continue to see pockets of the U.S. housing market where the foundation is a bit shakier—or more solid—than others, based on important quarterly metrics,” said Rob Barber, CEO at ATTOM.

“No one who has bravely served our country should struggle to secure and maintain housing," said Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. "HUD is taking an important step toward helping improve the quality of life for Native American Veterans."

Aaron King, Executive Chairman of Snapdocs, discusses how the mortgage industry can accelerate the transition to all-digital closings.

Two new studies from the National Association of Realtors show that elevated home prices and limited housing supply are continuous homebuying barriers cited across different races and ethnicities, hampering home sales and affecting prospective buyers nationwide.

As challenges persist for first-time homebuyers, mortgage rates trended upward yet again, rising six basis points week-over-week and remaining above the 7% mark for the fifth straight week.

As mortgage rates remain historically high and the nation’s housing supply low, LendingTree has found that many homeowners are opting to tackle home improvement tasks, with nearly 70% having started or completed various projects over the past year.