Buying a homeSeptember 25, 2017Buying a house in areas hit by natural disasterBuying a house in an area distressed by flood, hurricane, earthquake or other natural disaster is not as crazy as it sounds. It may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Real Estate NewsSeptember 20, 2017Breaking: Housing starts up, hurricanes dampen builders’ optimismIn the news, building starts were down in July; many believe due to hurricane activity.
Celebrity Real EstateSeptember 7, 2017Here’s how much Jay-Z and Beyoncé are spending on their mortgage each monthThe king and queen of entertainment just took on a huge monthly payment -- more than the average American spends on an entire house.
Real Estate NewsSeptember 1, 2017Wages Are Not Keeping Up With Home Prices: NARIt's clear: home sales are slowing because wages are not keeping up with home prices. Which type of consumer is benefitting in this market?
Real Estate NewsAugust 25, 2017More homebuyers in the dog house: Pets play a big part in property purchaseHomebuyers today are not just buying for themselves. The needs of a pet or pets also matter when Millennials and others purchase property. With 61 percent of households including pets, this is an important trend.
Real Estate NewsAugust 2, 2017Hope For Home Buyers: Cash Buyers Bow Out, Fall Is ComingIt's the best time of 2017 to get pre-approved. Fall is coming, and it could become way easier to buy a home. Forecast and analysis.
Real Estate NewsJuly 1, 2017Low Supply Chokes Off Home SalesHome sales fell again despite the fact that many want to buy. A low supply is the culprit. Here's what to do about it.
Real Estate NewsJune 25, 2017Harvard Research: The Future Of Home Prices In 2024What will home prices do in 2017 and beyond? Find out what Harvard University researchers cam eup with in their latest study, The State of the Nation's Housing -- 2017 Edition.
Real Estate NewsJune 21, 2017Report: Homes Selling Faster Than Any Time In Recorded HistoryHome supply is tight, and homes are selling fast. Mortgage rates are favorable. Is it time to enter the market?
Real Estate NewsJune 7, 2017Selling A Home: Meet Gen X and Gen Y (Your New Buyers)If you're selling a home, it helps to know your market. Meet gen X and Gen Y, your buyers.
Real Estate NewsMay 24, 2017Will Home Buying Get Easier The Last Half Of 2017?Home prices actually fell during the first quarter of 2017. Was the drop seasonal, or will home prices continue to decline this year?
Real Estate NewsMay 3, 2017Home Prices in 2017: Are We Facing A Real Estate Bubble?Rising home prices this year could mean another real estate boom -- or another real estate bubble. How can you tell?
Real Estate NewsApril 30, 2017How To Buy A House: 5 Home Buying Mistakes To AvoidIt's hard to know what not to do -- especially when it's your first time buying a home. Here are 5 common but avoidable mistakes.
Real Estate NewsApril 25, 2017Low Rates, High Competition Fuel Lightning-Fast Home SalesMedian Days on Market still ultra-low as homes sell in less than a week in many U.S. cities. "You snooze, you lose", as they say. Analysis and commentary.
Real Estate NewsApril 23, 2017Study: Home Prices Are 33% Cheaper Than In 2006A study reveals that homes are much more affordable than they were at the height of last decade's housing boom despite home value increases of late.
Real Estate NewsJanuary 19, 2017Report: 2017 Housing Starts Already Above Last Year’s AverageHome builders are trying to keep up with buyer demand. Prices are on the rise, but mortgage rates remain historically low. Time to start home shopping?
Real Estate NewsJanuary 7, 2017Buying A House: How To Deal With Tough CompetitionBuying a house in a hot market requires a cool head. Consequently, would-be buyers must be prepared to act fast and pursue effective strategies to win their desired dwelling.
Real Estate NewsDecember 28, 2016Pending Home Sales Foreshadow Strong 2017 Housing MarketFor the 31st straight month, the Pending Home Sales Index bested its benchmark reading of 100. It's no wonder home prices continue to rise nationwide.
Real Estate NewsDecember 16, 2016Report: Single-Family Housing Starts Are Near Their 2016 BestHome builders are trying to keep up with fierce buyer demand. Prices are on the rise, but mortgage rates remain historically low. Is it time to start your home search?
Real Estate NewsNovember 15, 2016Buying A House: 7 Hidden Benefits Of Home OwnershipBuying a house delivers many more benefits than the roof over your head. Here are 7 more reasons to consider homeownership today.