Every home sale generates an estimated two jobs and gives a boost to a local economy. View this breakdown to see the impact in your area. Continue reading….
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New HUD Program Takes Aim at Housing Supply Crisis
07
Jun
“This historic shortage of affordable housing requires a once-in-a-generation response,” NAR’s president says in welcoming HUD’s new initiative, “Our Way Home.” Continue reading….
Mortgage and refinance rates today, June 4, and rate forecast for next week
05
Jun
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates barely inched higher yesterday. But, over this week, they’ve moved up appreciably. My apologies for again failing to provide a forecast for […] Continue reading
Mortgage and refinance rates today, June 3, 2022
04
Jun
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates fell modestly yesterday. That’s great. But the previous two days’ sharp rises mean the benefit of the most recent drop is limited. […] Continue reading
The ‘Lumber Bubble’ May Have Just Burst
04
Jun
Prices have plunged 12% to new 2022 lows, and many housing analysts believe prices will continue to moderate. Continue reading….
Where Finding a New Home May Be Easiest
04
Jun
Cities in the Sun Belt region lead the nation in home starts as buyers from costlier areas of the country flock to the South. Continue reading….
Signs of Widespread Buyer Regret Emerge
04
Jun
Recent home buyers say they felt rushed to make a purchase decision due to market pressure and have concerns about their mortgage, a new study shows. Continue reading….
Mortgage Rates Hold Mostly Flat This Week
04
Jun
The interest rate for the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.09% this week, continuing to inch down slightly. Continue reading….
REALTOR® Volunteer Days Kick Off This Weekend
04
Jun
Real estate professionals, brokerages, and REALTOR® associations are joining in a week-long nationwide effort to give back to their communities. Continue reading….
Mortgage and refinance rates today, June 2, 2022
03
Jun
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates rose sharply again yesterday. And you now have to go back to May 9 to find higher average rates. In other words, […] Continue reading
