Nearly half of Americans recently surveyed say they don’t know enough about the homebuying process, according to a new ConsumerAffairs report. Continue reading….
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RSS feed for this sectionSupply-Chain Woes Continue Slowing Home Construction
Building material prices, production bottlenecks, and labor shortages will continue to limit the pace of construction and press on home prices, economists said at the 2022 International Builders’ Show this week. Continue reading….
Buyers Purchasing Older Homes
The typical home purchased last year was built 28 years ago in 1993. Find out which generation is purchasing the oldest homes and why. Continue reading….
Fewer Homeowners Are Selling
Adding to the list of buyers’ grievances, two years ago, the number of active listings was 60% higher than what it is today. Continue reading….
What to Update Before Selling
Freshly painted kitchen cabinets can make house hunters swoon over a home, a study finds. Continue reading….
Buyers May See ‘Whirlwind Year’
U.S. homes sold faster than any January ever on record. “Buyers are more active than usual for this time of year,” says realtor.com®’s chief economist. Continue reading….
IRS Backtracks on Selfie Requirement
The IRS says it will no longer use facial recognition software to identify taxpayers after its recent announcement sparked widespread criticism. Continue reading….
NAR’s ‘That’s Who We R’ Campaign Begins Next Wave for 2022
New TV commercials, radio spots, and social ads are rolling out as part of NAR’s award-winning ad campaign. This year the ads focus on further distinguishing the services of REALTORS® from non-member agents. Continue reading….
Real Estate Pros Won’t Sugarcoat Listings
Agents say they want to prevent buyer’s remorse by addressing the cons of a property too. Continue reading….
Shopping Below Budget Best Move for Buyers
Aspiring homeowners should not look to buy homes at the top of their budgets based on a preapproval letter. See why aiming lower is wise. Continue reading….