Homebuilder confidence remains strong with the 2016 Housing Market already underway. Builders are signaling to buyers that home prices will climb. Continue reading
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Consumers Underestimate How Quickly Home Values Rise
In today’s housing market, is it better to be a buyer or a seller? Data from Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey suggests both sides have advantages. Continue reading
Housing Starts Hit 100-Month Best; Home Prices Likely To Rise
As demand surges, U.S. builders are starting more homes than during any period this decade. Mortgage rates are cheap and low downpayment loans are abundant. Continue reading
Federal Reserve “Eases” Forward Guidance; Mortgage Rates Sink
The Federal Reserve held the Fed Funds Rate unchanged after its January 2016 meeting, while pledging support to consumers for low mortgage rates. Continue reading
As Refinances Slow, Loan Demand Slips

Mortgage rates were on the rise last week, which dampened refinance activity. However, mortgage applications for home purchases remain strong…. Continue reading….
Real Estate's March Madness Winners

These are the four cities that win the championship for best real estate markets, according to realtor.com®. Continue reading….
Zoning Laws Hold Back Multi-Gen Housing

Builders say they are struggling to keep up with demand for multigenerational housing because too many city ordinances make construction difficult… Continue reading….
3 Reasons We're Not in a Housing Bubble

NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun outlines why above-normal increases in home prices don’t spell trouble for the housing market — yet. Continue reading….
Spike in Hispanic Home Ownership Rate

Hispanics will be the primary driver of new home owners for at least the next decade, according to a new report. Continue reading….
5 Ways to Sell an Outdoor Space

Springtime is upon us, and more buyers will be thinking about how to use outdoor space. If you want to draw more attention to your listing’s… Continue reading….