"We are seeing increases in inventory and, importantly, gains in newly listed homes for sale indicating sellers are more ready to make moves," said Danielle Hale, Chief Economist of Realtor.com. "Time on market fell, signaling that buyers are ready to make offers on these new options."
Read More »Consumer Benefits of Monitoring Credit
A new TransUnion study revealed how underserved and new-to-credit consumers significantly benefit from monitoring their credit, which “...has expanded considerably in awareness and usage over the past decade,” according to Charlie Wise, Co-Author of the study and Head of Global Research and Consulting at TransUnion.
Read More »Just How Severe Is the National Housing Shortage?
According to new research from the Joint Center of Housing Studies, the lack of homes for sale that has affected the nation is one of the main causes of Americans' affordability concerns.
Read More »How Americans Feel About the Path to Homeownership
With the new year underway, a new survey from Home Bay revealed the benefits of owning a home, how buyers and renters feel about achieving homeownership in 2024, and the quality of life and happiness it provides.
Read More »Home-Selling Profits Drop for First Time in a Decade
The typical seller is still making a strong profit when selling their home, but that number has dropped for the first time since 2011.
Read More »Real Estate Investor Activity Down in Q4
Investor market shares fell relative to the previous year from February to August 2023, but increased year-over-year by the end of Q3. However, how do these numbers fit into the big picture?
Read More »Dip in Rates Brings Resurgence in Bidding Wars
Redfin’s latest analysis of homebuyer trends has found that bidding wars are heating up as mortgage rates have dipped and the nation’s housing supply remains strained.
Read More »Homebuyers Exploring Different Options to Achieve American Dream
Homebuyers are adjusting their purchasing strategies in wake of current market conditions, according to a new survey from RE/MAX, that showed condos, fixer-uppers, and tiny homes are becoming popular trends among American homebuyers.
Read More »Pending Sales Push Past 8% in December
On a regional basis compared to one year ago, pending home sales decreased in the Northeast but improved in the Midwest, South, and West.
Read More »Rent Prices Decline for Eighth Consecutive Month
Great news for renters: rent prices are trending downwards to an average of $1,900 for a typical two-bedroom apartment.
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