Buying a homeDecember 10, 2024Mortgage Requirements Got Tighter in NovemberMortgage credit requirements got more restricted in November for prospective home buyers, reaching a five-month low.
Real Estate NewsDecember 9, 2024November Housing Inventory Hits 5-Year HighActive for-sale listings grew annually in November for the 13th straight month, an encouraging sign for first-time home buyers.
Real Estate NewsNovember 22, 2024Existing-Home Sales Rise in October, First Annual Increase in Three YearsDiscover the latest trends in the housing market with insights on monthly existing home sales.
Real Estate NewsNovember 19, 2024More Housing Coming? Home Builder Confidence Grows for Third Straight MonthHome builders grew more optimistic about the housing market for the third straight month in November, signaling a potential boost in supply.
Real Estate NewsOctober 28, 2024From Coast to Coast: Median Home Prices in Every StateLooking for insights to median home prices across the country? See how the U.S. housing market varies by region and recent trends.
Real Estate NewsOctober 28, 2024How Natural Disasters Are Driving Up Home Insurance RatesNatural disasters are driving up homeowners insurance costs and straining the housing market. Learn how extreme weather is impacting coverage and homeownership.
Home EquitySeptember 19, 2024Borrowers Gained $1.3 Trillion in Home Equity in Q2 2024Home equity gains reached $1.3 trillion in the second quarter of 2024, giving the average borrower about $315,000 to tap into.
Real Estate NewsAugust 19, 202460% of Mortgage Borrowers Have Over $100k in Home EquityHome equity reached an all-time high in the second quarter, giving the average borrower $215K to tap into.
Real Estate NewsAugust 15, 2024What Does the NAR Case Mean to Me As a Future Seller?Stay ahead of the curve and learn how the NAR commissions lawsuit is reshaping the real estate landscape for sellers.
Real Estate NewsAugust 15, 2024Navigating Home Buying Costs Post-NAR Settlement: What Every Buyer Should KnowLearn about the NAR settlement and its implications for homebuyers, including insights on navigating higher expenses in the home purchase process.
Real Estate NewsAugust 15, 2024What the $418M NAR Settlement Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Real Estate AgentsExplore the impact of the monumental $418 million NAR settlement on buyers, sellers, and real estate agents.
Real Estate NewsJune 17, 2024VA Temporarily Allows Buyer-Paid Broker FeesVeterans and active-duty service members can now roll buyer agent commission fees into their VA loans, reducing upfront costs.
Real Estate NewsJune 12, 2024Florida Leads Annual Inventory Gains, 90% of Housing Markets GrowWith for-sale housing supply rebounding, listings are growing and even surpassing their prepandemic levels in some markets.
Real Estate NewsMay 27, 2024Most For-Sale Home Listings Sit On Market Since 2020House hunters received some encouragement in May as active for-sale listings climbed to a near-four-year-high
Real EstateMay 7, 2024How Presidential Election Years Shape the Housing MarketHow do presidential elections affect real estate? Learn how this year's presidential election can impact the housing market.
Economic NewsApril 18, 2024Cutting the Hedges: The Bill to Ban Hedge Fund Home BuyingIf passed, the End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act would add over half a million properties back into the housing market.
Real Estate NewsMarch 26, 2024What Will the 2024 Spring Homebuying Season Look Like?Stay ahead of the game during the spring home buying season by understanding the latest trends, mortgage rates, and strategies that will give you an edge in securing your dream home.
Real Estate NewsFebruary 27, 2024Why Is Housing Inventory So Low? Understanding the U.S. Housing ShortageAmerica's housing shortage is acute with millions fewer homes than people needing them. What strategies can you use to get the home you want?
Real Estate NewsFebruary 20, 2024Why 46% of Recent Mortgage Borrowers Should Think About a Refinance This YearAre you a recent homeowner? Find out why 2024 could be the perfect year to refinance your mortgage.
Real Estate NewsFebruary 19, 2024Why Is Housing So Expensive? Becoming a Homeowner in Today’s MarketWhy is housing so expensive? Read on to uncover insights on demand, supply, and economic influences affecting home prices.