Mortgage NewsSeptember 6, 2019New poll: Few Americans are looking to buy a home soonHomebuying competition should be low for the next year. Only a small fraction of adults are planning to buy a home in the coming 12 months.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 4, 2019Out-of-state homebuyers are on the rise — especially in these sunny citiesHomebuyers are increasingly making moves out of state. Some major metros are seeing nearly six in 10 home shoppers coming from outside the state’s borders.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 3, 2019The national homeownership rate might be down, but it’s still going strong in these statesThe rate of homeownership has declined nationally over the last decade, but in some affordable states, it’s stronger than ever.
Mortgage NewsAugust 30, 2019Older adults struggle with housing costs, study showsOlder adults are struggling with housing costs. According to new data, many are even willing to forgo retirement or share their space with strangers in order to stay afloat.
Mortgage NewsAugust 28, 2019Make $5,250 per hour by doing this when you apply for a mortgageOne in three borrowers avoids mortgage rate shopping. It's a mistake that can cost thousands of dollars according to new government research.
Mortgage NewsAugust 28, 2019Here’s what Millennials want in a starter homeAs more and more Millennials become homebuyers, the picture of the American starter home is changing — and getting larger.
Mortgage NewsAugust 27, 2019New platform launches for move-up buyers, giving home sellers the gift of timeA new home selling platform just launched to give move-up home sellers a way to market their properties before they hit the market.
RefinanceAugust 26, 2019Refinance now or wait in a very, very long lineRefinance wait times are about to get very long. Lenders weren't prepared. Here's how to refinance without waiting 60 days or more.
Mortgage NewsAugust 26, 2019Hurricane season is here, but data shows few homeowners are preparedIt might be the heart of hurricane season, but according to new data, homeowners are woefully underprepared — and underinsured.
Mortgage NewsAugust 22, 2019Homebuying trends: Generation Z is off to a slow and steady startThe number of Generation Z members holding a mortgage is up 112 percent over the last year. The group accounted for 2 percent of mortgages.
Mortgage NewsAugust 21, 2019Where vacation home investors can reign supremeForget beach towns and ski lodges. Real estate investors looking to cash in on a vacation home rental should apparently look to Tennessee.
Mortgage NewsAugust 20, 2019New homes see price decline, though inventory remains lowIf you’re looking to buy a new construction home, then you’re in luck. According to new data, prices are down on new homes.
Real Estate NewsAugust 19, 2019Keller Williams partners with Offerpad, merging iBuyer and brokerage optionsKeller Williams and Offerpad have partnered up. The brokerage's real estate agents can now give home sellers cash-offer options.
Mortgage RatesAugust 15, 2019Here’s why the yield curve inversion could lead to the lowest mortgage rates ever [CHART]Mortgage rates are low, but they could go much lower after the August 2019 yield curve inversion. Here's why.
Mortgage NewsAugust 15, 2019LEED-certified homes on the rise, offering serious savings on energy billsMore buyers can take advantage of the energy savings an LEED home provides. The number of LEED-certified homes has jumped nearly 20 percent since 2017.
ForecastsAugust 14, 2019Mortgage rate predictions for late-2019Mortgage rates are now nearly 2% below where experts thought they would be. What does the rest of 2019 hold for rates?
Mortgage NewsAugust 14, 2019Millennials move to refinance as rates approach three-year lowsWith rates at three-year lows, Millennials are finally hopping on the refinance bandwagon. Refis accounted for 14 percent of all Millennial loans in June.
Mortgage RatesAugust 13, 2019Negative mortgage rates are real — and they might come to the U.S.Denmark is offering negative mortgage rates on 10-year loans. This is iron-clad proof that mortgage rates can go lower, despite a historic run downward.
Mortgage NewsAugust 13, 2019Buyers see less competition — especially in hotter marketsLow mortgage rates haven’t caused an uptick in demand just yet. In fact, according to new data, only about one in 10 buyers faces a bidding war in today’s market — a steep drop from last year, when 45 percent of buyers saw competition when bidding on a house.
VA RefinanceAugust 12, 2019How to tap into today’s VA refinance rates with almost no paperworkVA refinance rates are hitting new lows. How to capture a rate quickly with very little paperwork and effort.
