But a vacant home is not always a reflection of a worrisome trend for a housing market. Continue reading….
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RSS feed for this sectionLuxury Real Estate on the Rise
Stock market gains, rising home equity, and cryptocurrency have led to an unprecedented demand for bigger homes in new locations, according to Coldwell Banker’s new luxury report. Continue reading….
What’s the Most Durable Flooring?
Consumer Reports highlights the best flooring types for the home. Hint: It’s not hardwood flooring. Continue reading….
Russian Invasion May Impact Mortgage Rates
“When global investors sense increased uncertainty, there is a ‘flight to safety’ in the U.S. Treasury bonds,” one economist says. Continue reading….
States With Highest, Lowest Property Tax Delinquencies
Real estate property tax payments are critical funding sources for local, state, and federal budgets. Continue reading….
Homeowners Tempted To Use Equity
The average mortgage holder has about $185,000 in home equity, and “as interest rates rise in the coming year, you could see folks using more second-lien products,” says an Urban Institute analyst. Continue reading….
Foreign Commercial Investments Up 49% in 2021
Investors targeted secondary markets like Seattle, Atlanta, and Dallas. Continue reading….
Mortgage Rates Rise After Preapproval
Rates may increase while purchasing a house, and with home buyers already stretching their budgets, that difference could have a big impact. Continue reading….
Fannie, Freddie Offer $1B To Boost Affordable Housing
The record amount from the mortgage financing giants aims to curb a nationwide housing shortage that has been blamed for rising home prices and rents. Continue reading….
Home Sizes Continue to Grow
New-home sizes are expected to continue scaling up due to the increasing use and roles of homes today, the builder’s trade group says. Continue reading….