Adjustable-rate mortgages can carry some risks but as rates rise, more home buyers may turn to them. Continue reading….
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RSS feed for this sectionThe Condo Market Is Booming
Rising prices are pushing single-family homes out of reach to more buyers. Condos may provide a more affordable option. But prices are climbing on condos too. Continue reading….
6 Ways to Show Your Commitment to Fair Housing
NAR kicks off Fair Housing Month with events, new resources, and policy initiatives designed to empower you to support diverse, inclusive communities. Continue reading….
Home Features That May Boost Sales Price
Find out the amenities in each room of the house that could make the most difference. Continue reading….
Priced-Out Buyers May Dampen Market Growth
For first-time home shoppers, the costs of buying the same home this year compared to last year have risen by 40% due to rising prices and rates. Continue reading….
Buyers Stick Close to Home in Their House Searches
The “Great Migration” may be closer to home than originally thought. Most house hunters say they want a new home within 50 miles of their current residence. Continue reading….
What’s a ‘Premier Suburb?’
Offering city-like amenities, premier suburbs are more costly than traditional suburbs. About 76% of the 100 top ranked suburbs in the country are more expensive than the principal city in the same metro area. Continue reading….
How Risk Rating 2.0 Makes Flood Insurance More Equitable
NAR has released two videos to help explain why FEMA’s new flood insurance rating system is beneficial to you and your clients. Continue reading….
Borrowing Costs Jump as Rates Continue to Increase
For the fourth consecutive week, mortgage rates surged, rising from 3.76% to 4.67% in March alone. Continue reading….
Mortgage Rates Up, Purchase Loans Resilient for Now
Mortgage rates are moving higher and higher, and some home buyers are in a rush to lock in a loan ahead of any further increases. Continue reading….