A new Zillow study revealed that total U.S. housing value has surged more than $2.6 trillion over the past year, an estimated 49% higher than before the pandemic, with new home construction continuing as the primary driver of housing market growth.
Read More »Americans Struggling with Homebuyer’s Remorse, Housing Costs
A new All Star Home study revealed that 1 in 5 homeowners regret relocating, citing unexpected home costs as their top reason, while more than 20% of Americans said they regret how much they paid for their home.
Read More »1 in 3 Sellers Are Relocating for More Spacious Homes
According to a new Redfin survey, the most common reason home sellers are relocating is the desire for more space, followed by proximity to family and a lower cost of living. Click here to see why sellers are choosing to move despite record-high mortgage rates and an increasing lack of inventory.
Read More »Florida Markets Remained Fairly Competitive During Peak Rental Season
Rental market competition was moderate this summer compared to last year, according to a new RentCafe study, with Miami named the most competitive rental market during peak moving season, while two other Florida markets also topped the top 10 list.
Read More »Sun Belt, Florida Metros Remain Popular Despite Growing Climate Risks
Despite the increasing risks of flooding, heat waves, and hurricanes, Americans are still flocking to metros such as Las Vegas, Sacramento, and Tampa, which topped the list of most popular migration destinations in Redfin's latest report.
Read More »Hottest U.S. ZIP Codes Offer Homebuyers More Space, Shorter Commutes
As many Americans return to work, a new Realtor.com report showing the Hottest ZIP Codes of 2023 revealed homebuyer demand is being fueled in part by the desire for more commute-friendly locations and additional space.
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 »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 »New Construction Keeping the Housing Market Afloat
Overall housing inventory dropped 15% year-over-year in June, remaining at an all-time low. A new market report from Redfin revealed that homebuyers are turning to new builds as many homeowners continue clinging to their low existing mortgage rates, contributing to the ongoing lack of supply.
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.
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