A new Freddie Mac report suggests that the inventory pinch could subside if there was new construction. How will the growth in inventory impact home sales?
Read More »The Week Ahead: Gauging House Price Trends
On Tuesday, the FHFA House Price Index will look at the latest trends in home prices at various geographic levels. Here’s what else is in store in the Week Ahead.
Read More »Caliber Launches New Jumbo Loans Product
Caliber's jumbo loan borrowers may qualify for up to $3 million in loan funds with as little as 5 percent down and a 700 FICO score by using this product.
Read More »Can Younger Homebuyers Reach the Ownership Milestone?
Most generations agree on the ideal age to buy a first home. But reality can be a big bump in the road to planning for one for many homebuyers. A new survey gives some insight.
Read More »Getting a Mortgage Just Became Easier
Though mortgage credit access has expanded over the past three quarters, one aspect of the market is still lagging, according to a report. Which is that area?
Read More »What’s Holding Back Housing Starts?
The latest data on housing starts released by the Census Bureau was disappointing for many analysts. Here are the factors that experts think are impacting the construction of new homes despite a strong construction labor market and rising builder confidence.
Read More »Aging Baby Boomers and the Housing Market?
Accounting for 46 million homes, the baby boomer generation is beginning to enter the age when many leave the housing market. Here’s what a Fannie Mae study found on who would take the place of these aging homeowners.
Read More »Housing Supply Rises, But Don’t Celebrate Just Yet
Inventory shortage challenges may be easing in the housing market, with second quarter housing supply rising for the first time since 2015, according to a report. But, it will take more than one spike for a sustained supply growth.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Bank of America Q2 Results
On Monday, Bank of America will release its second-quarter results. Here’s what else is in store in The Week Ahead.
Read More »Homebuyer Demand for Air Conditioning Heats Up
Once considered a luxury feature, in-home AC systems are becoming a must amid the nation’s recent string of unseasonably hot summers, according to a report. And homebuyers are willing to pay a premium to keep their cool.
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