While total housing inventory continues to inch forward, existing-home sales retreated in July in the face of mortgage rates sitting at 7.09%.
Read More »Renters Are Three Times More Likely to Relocate Than Homeowners
While the nationwide supply of homes for sale remains stiff, relocation can be challenging for many homebuyers and renters. A new study from LendingTree revealed that the Austin, Dallas, and Las Vegas metros have the largest share of recent movers.
Read More »Median Rent Prices Fall for Third Consecutive Month
Realtor.com's latest rental report found July as the third consecutive month reporting year-over-year rent declines, meaning "the rental landscape is showing signs of improvement," according to Realtor.com Economist Jiayi Xu.
Read More »Study Reveals Renters’ Most Desired Locations
RentCafe's August Rental Activity Report revealed Arlington, Virginia was named the most sought-after city by renters for the second consecutive month, while New York City boroughs like the Bronx and Queens trailed closely behind.
Read More »Opportunity Zones Rebound Nationwide in Q2
A new ATTOM report revealed median home values increased from Q1 to Q2, as Opportunity Zones around the country have rebounded after a period of strong decline, showing more signs of housing market strength.
Read More »Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Remained Resilient in July
“Applications for purchase loans on newly constructed homes remained strong in July, up 36% annually, as new homes continued to account for a growing share of homes available for sale,” said Joel Kan, MBA’s VP and Deputy Chief Economist.
Read More »Black Homebuyers Still Facing Higher Mortgage Denial Rates
A new report from LendingTree reveals that Black homebuyers are still more likely to be denied a mortgage when compared to the overall population, with denial rates highest in popular metros like Miami, Detroit, and New Orleans.
Read More »Americans Remain Worried About Their Chances of Owning a Home
The high-priced housing market is affecting homebuyer sentiment nationwide, as a new survey from LendingTree revealed more than 50% of Americans fear they will never be able to own a home.
Read More »Average American Homeowner Rents for Five Years Before Buying a Home
The average American homeowner was able to purchase their first home at nearly 29 years old, according to a new survey from Shane Co.'s The Loupe. The survey revealed that the average homeowner rents for roughly five years before purchasing a home, while more than 25% of respondents believe it's now impossible to afford a home as a single person in the current housing market.
Read More »Rate-Lock Activity Fell for the Second Consecutive Month in July
According to Black Knight's latest Mortgage Monitor report, purchase locks fell 7.4% from June, while mortgage rates topped 7% in July for the first time since last fall. Click through to see the latest findings.
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