Fed cuts again, but mortgage rates climb on 2025 inflation worries
Bond market investors who fund most mortgages focus on the latest dot plot, which shows Fed policymakers only expect to bring short-term rates down by half a percentage point in 2025
by Matt Carter Dec 18
Homebuyers show readiness to pounce when mortgage rates dip
Requests for purchase loans picked up last week during a short-lived drop in rates, MBA survey shows, helped by gradually improving inventory conditions and economic outlook
by Matt Carter Dec 18
Why millions of Americans WANT the housing market to crash
Some renters think a crash would help them buy a home. But a surprising number of homeowners also think a major downturn would be a good thing, LendingTree survey finds
by Matt Carter Dec 17
In 2024, VCs focused on 'quality over quantity': CRETI
In total, real estate technology entrepreneurs landed $15.1B in funds for their ideas on how to improve the industry, according to CRETI’s 2024 Proptech Venture Capital Analysis
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 16
Fannie Mae forecasts 'significant regional variation' in 2025 sales
'From an affordability perspective, we think 2025 will look a lot like 2024,' Fannie Mae chief economist says, but with more inventory in Sun Belt states, Mountain West and Pacific Northwest
by Matt Carter Dec 16
Older buyers prioritizing lifestyle over climate risk, Redfin says
Older Americans are increasingly purchasing homes in areas with a high incidence of climate-associated risk factors compared to younger adults, according to a recent Redfin analysis
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 16
Renters feel less connected to their neighbors than homeowners
Redfin commissioned a survey of more than 1,600 renters and homeowners and found millennial and Gen-Z homeowners were most likely to feel a sense of belonging in their neighborhoods
by Marian McPherson Dec 13
Make more money in 2025. 5 ways to raise your average sales price
Looking for strategies to increase your average sales price and break into the luxury niche? Jimmy Burgess offers 5 real-world examples designed to inspire
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 13
5 real estate predictions for 2025 from the NAR economic summit
A remodeling 'supercycle,' heartache for first-time homebuyers and heightened activity in the South and Midwest were among the possibilities at NAR's Real Estate Forecast Summit Thursday
by Marian McPherson Dec 12
9 strategies for indie brokers to keep real estate agents thriving
By investing in your agents with innovative and meaningful initiatives, you’re building a foundation for long-term success, luxury advisor Chris Pollinger writes
by Chris Pollinger Dec 12
The Agency's Red Paper report shows luxury market thriving
Luxury clientele's resiliency toward interest rates and a well-performing stock market were primary factors in the luxury market's positive performance in 2024
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 11
December Fed rate cut seen as a lock — then caution may prevail
The latest CPI reading is in line with expectations, but progress in the fight against inflation has stalled, economists warn. A slower pace of easing might keep mortgage rates above 6% in 2025
by Matt Carter Dec 11
Mobile home prices surge but remain an affordable alternative
The price of mobile homes has surged by approximately 58% between 2018 and 2023, outpacing the 37.66% growth in traditional single-family home prices
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 11
SoCal law enforcement personnel offered 0-down home loans
Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union (LAPFCU) expands its service area and membership base to include municipal, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies in 10 counties
by Matt Carter Dec 10
Home equity an underutilized key to retirement readiness, Point says
A new analysis from home equity financial platform Point reveals that many homeowners overlook equity as a valuable financial resource — despite it being a significant part of their net worth
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 10
How you should leverage your financial advisor
Wealth manager Chris Snowden shares financial strategies for making the most of your real estate investments with Realtor Amy Chorew and CPA Maeda Palius
by Amy Chorew AND Maeda Palius Dec 10