Market News November 18

Market News November 18

Is Solar Power a Smart Choice for Homeowners?More green-thinking homeowners are turning to solar power as seasonal cold and hot temperature swings become more severe. To assist your clients with making the best choices, here are several considerations to discuss...
Market News November 4

Market News November 4

Suburban Square Footage Values Take OffThe pandemic drove people from Covid hotspot cities to the suburbs, as many sought a less crowded, socially distant environment and chose to continue working remotely.That's why recent data found that urban square footage grew...
Market News October 28

Market News October 28

Why The Market's Cooling, Not CrashingHome prices are falling from all-time highs while rising interest rates are making it difficult for some buyers to purchase. This is causing some newcomers to the real estate industry to panic...but there's no reason for this.Here...
Market News 10.21.22

Market News 10.21.22

How Appraisal Bias Can Impact Home ValuesAppraisal bias occurs when a property appraisal contains data that unfairly discriminates against a homeowner, either consciously or unconsciously.A recent study found that homes in minority neighborhoods are more likely to be...
Market News October 14

Market News October 14

Teach the Long-Term Benefits to Help You Sell TodayWhile short-term forecasts of leveling home prices and increasing mortgage rates may scare off many, especially first-time buyers, help your customer see the big picture.Homeownership is a long-term investment that...
Market News October 7

Market News October 7

The Silver Lining for Homebuyers in Today's MarketMost would-be homebuyers consider the recent interest rate rises as bad news. However, there's also an unseen benefit, as fall and winter are historically the times of the year when the housing market shifts in favor...
Mortgage News September 30

Mortgage News September 30

The Best Time to Buy a Home? This Week...Really!Recent data from Realtor.com found that the week of September 25-October 1 is ideal for would-be homebuyers to make their move.Specifically, a combination of seasonal and 2022 post-pandemic market conditions, combined...
Mortgage News September 23

Mortgage News September 23

Home Value Growth Easing to Pre-Pandemic LevelsHome values nationwide are returning to 'normal' after two years of unprecedented growth, based on a new report from Zillow. Specifically, the increase in value for the typical U.S. home has been decelerating by the...
Mortgage News September 16

Mortgage News September 16

Housing Inventory, Sales Pace Improve for BuyersData from Realtor.com's August Housing Trends Report included some good news for would-be homebuyers. Property sales slowed, turning in their first year-over-year increase in days on the market since June 2020.Homes...
Mortgage News September 9

Mortgage News September 9

Home Affordability is on the Upswing NationwideAffordability has improved across the country, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), with the median home mortgage payment decreasing to $1,844 from $1,893 between June and July.The lower payments...