HUD and the Census Bureau are set to release their new residential construction data, a gauge of how the market will close out Q4 as the supply/demand struggle continues.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Remain Low and Stable
With rates dropping slightly to 3.10%, a strengthening economy and improvements in employment numbers are two factors that will drive a strong housing market into 2022.
Read More »Home Prices Expected to Continue Climb in 2022
Lack of inventory is not the only thing that will keep prices high—years of underbuilding by developers, elevated demand due to remote work, and low mortgage rates are all contributing factors.
Read More »Building Permits Boom—Will the Market Finally See Inventory Relief?
One economist stated, "Builders in recent months have put the pedal to the metal to get new homes up and meet a rush of demand.
Read More »Tracking the Nation’s FSBO Sales
According to a new report, For Sale By Owner listings tend to be found in rural and lower-income areas, at prices 18% lower than properties represented by agents.
Read More »Mortgage Apps on the Rise as Rates Level Off
Mortgage applications rose 1.8% week-over-week, as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage held steady at 3.10% as more took advantage of continued low rates to refinance.
Read More »Home Buying Competition Begins to Ease
A new report finds that the seasonal fall market, while still hot, is cooling and buyers who waited out the storm will benefit.
Read More »10 Housing Predictions for 2022
An analysis finds that higher rates may stifle price growth, with new listings hitting a 10-year high in the new year.
Read More »Pet-Friendly Features Can Help Sell a Home Faster
Homes with more bedrooms and private outdoor space are seen as a premium for pet owners, who are more likely to buy homes over 3,000 square feet for their furry friends.
Read More »Zillow Hits Pause on iBuying
Zillow, a Seattle-based real estate and financial services company, has announced that it is suspending signing new contracts with homeowners who use its iBuying service Zillow Offers until ...
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