A slowing economy, decades-high inflation, expired fiscal stimulus, tightening monetary policy, and now Russia's invasion of Ukraine are all weighing on the health of the U.S. economy.
Read More »Vince Caicedo Announced as Branch Manager of Planet Home Lending
Planet Home Lending, LLC has hired Branch Manager, Vince Caicedo, to lead a new Jacksonville team that includes Emily Valdes as Assistant Branch Manager, Mortgage Loan Originators David Mumbauer, and Caleb Davis, ...
Read More »Price Gains, Low Inventory Fuels Homebuyer Competition
Economic uncertainty is sparking a rush of homebuyers snagging homes off the market faster than any other February, as home prices accelerate, and competition reaches a new high.
Read More »Existing Home Sales Drop in February
Continuing a pattern of recent rises and declines over the last few months, existing home sales dropped in February 2022 according to the Existing Home Sales Report from ...
Read More »The Week Ahead: Senate Examines the Appraisal Process
The Senate Banking Committee will take a deep dive into appraisal equity, and the implementation of programs and policies related to fair housing and economic opportunities.
Read More »Analyzing Racial Disparities in Hispanic American Households
Latinos are predicted to account for 70% of new homeowners over the next 20 years, as they target generational wealth and long-term homeownership.
Read More »Affordability Issues Remain an Obstacle for Homebuyers
According to a new survey from TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank, first-time homebuyers are feeling anxious and unprepared in this highly competitive housing market. TD's First-Time Homebuyer ...
Read More »New Residential Construction Statistics for February 2022 Are In
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development have released their new residential construction statistics for February 2022, which found that privately‐owned housing starts ...
Read More »Mortgage Rates Cross the 4% Mark
For the first time since May of 2019, mortgage rates have risen above the 4% mark, on the heels of news that the Federal Reserve has upped short-term rates.
Read More »Consumers Reflect on “The New Normal” Post-Pandemic
The “pandemic era” has buyers and sellers adapting to a new way of life, while Millennials and Gen Z are seeking more space and a healthy work-life balance.
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