Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for April 3, 2025: Top Real Estate News (April 3, 2025): Mortgage Applications Rise Again as Rates Dip: The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 2.3% increase in purchase mortgage applications last week. Lower rates and growing inventory are contributing to renewed buyer activity ahead of the peak spring season. Rental...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for March 31, 2025: Top Real Estate News March 31, 2025: Rent Prices Climb Nationally Despite Slower Demand: A new Rent.com report shows average rent prices increased 2.4% year-over-year in March. While demand has cooled in some major metros, affordability challenges in the for-sale market continue to push renters into long-term...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for March 28, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 28, 2025): Pending Home Sales Surge in February: The National Association of Realtors reported an 8.5% increase in pending home sales, signaling strong momentum heading into the spring market. Buyers are returning as mortgage rates ease and inventory improves in many...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for March 27, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 27, 2025): Florida and Texas has the weakest housing market: National home builder Lennar spent the most on buyer incentives in these two states. Highest since 2009. Zillow Reports Stronger Home Value Growth in March: According to Zillow, national home values rose 0.9%...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for March 26, 2025: Top Real Estate News for March 26, 2025: Home Prices Rise as Inventory Lags: The latest Case-Shiller Home Price Index showed a 6% year-over-year increase in home prices for January, reflecting persistent demand and tight supply in major metros. Federal Housing Agency: Will not cut Fannie Mae and Freddie...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for Monday, March 25, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 25, 2025): Buyers Regain Confidence as Rates Stabilize: According to market analysts, the spring homebuying season is gaining traction. As mortgage rates hold steady, buyer traffic has increased, and open houses are seeing more activity nationwide. Builders Ramp Up...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for Monday, March 24, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 24, 2025): Housing Affordability Still a Challenge Despite Rate Improvements: A new report highlights that while mortgage rates have eased slightly, housing affordability remains stretched in many markets due to high home prices and limited inventory. Investors Eyeing...
Today's Real Estate News (March 21, 2025): Mortgage Rates Decline Slightly After Fed Meeting: Following the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady, mortgage rates edged down modestly. Experts suggest this could provide a boost for spring homebuyers looking for improved affordability. Homebuilders Report Optimism on New Home Sales: Several major homebuilders announced positive...
Here is your real estate news for Thursday, March 20, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 20, 2025): Fed Signals No Immediate Rate Cuts: The Federal Reserve held rates steady and indicated it would need more evidence of slowing inflation before cutting rates. This decision impacts mortgage rates, keeping them elevated for now. Spring Housing Market Sees More Listings: Realtor.com reported a 10%...
Here is your real estate market update and the top real estate news for Wednesday, March 19, 2025: Top Real Estate News (March 19, 2025): Existing Home Sales Rose in February: According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales increased by 3.1% from January, driven by slightly lower mortgage rates and a rise in housing inventory. However, sales remain lower than a year ago....