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Why Utah housing market is ‘very low risk’ for price drops — while other parts of the West are ‘high risk’
Source: Deseret --- As rising mortgage rates continue to put pressure on the U.S. housing market and the entire economy, economists and housing researchers are seeing early signs of a cooling market — but a question remains. Is a widespread correction coming to what...
Here’s why major cities may still be worth their high cost of living
Source: CNBC --- Many renters believe that a cost-of-living crisis is brewing in America’s major cities. New York City is showing up as a hotspot of rent inflation. The average rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Manhattan rose to $3,995 a month in May 2022 — a 41%...
That vacation rental listing could be a scam. These are the warning signs to look out for
Source: CNBC --- Before you book a rental property for a summer getaway, you may want to double check that you’re not getting scammed. This week, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued a warning for consumers seeking rental properties. “Summer plans...
Mortgage apps decline 1.2% despite drop in rates
Source: Housing Wire --- Despite a decline in mortgage rates last week, mortgage application volume was down 1.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis for the week ending May 20. The decline, as measured by the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA’s) Market Composite Index,...
Real Property Easements, An Overview. The Purpose & the Risks?
By Dan Harkey Real Estate & Private Money Finance Consultant m: 949 533-8315 | e: [email protected] This overview of real property easements has relevance to property owners, real estate brokers, agents, mortgage lenders, insurance agents & brokers, escrow...
Sales of newly built homes tumbled over 16% in April while prices soared
Source: CNBC --- Sales of newly built homes dropped 16.6% in April from March, far more than expected, and were down 26.9% from April 2021, according to the U.S. Census. The annualized rate came in at 591,000 units, seasonally adjusted. Analysts had been expecting...
How lenders can improve business models in 2022
Source: Housing Wire --- HousingWire: Between interest rate hikes, tight housing supply and geopolitical uncertainty, many industry professionals are feeling the pressure of a volatile housing market. Why is now a good time for lenders to focus on improving aspects of...
Addressing Insurance Needs as Climate Risks Increase
Source: NAHB --- An increasing number of homes and communities throughout the country are at risk as wildfires, floods, and other natural disasters continue to set records. As a result of these growing risks, many insurance companies are providing fewer options,...
The Housing Market Is Showing Signs of a Correction: What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
Source: Realtor --- Cracks are beginning to appear in the red-hot housing market. Spiraling mortgage rates on top of record-high and still-rising home prices are leading many experts to predict the real estate market is on the verge of a correction—if it isn’t already...
New Home Mortgage Applications Dip 10.6 Percent in April
Source: World Property Journal --- Based on the Mortgage Bankers Association's latest Builder Application Survey data for April 2022, U.S. mortgage applications for new home purchases decreased 10.6 percent compared to a year ago. Compared to March 2022, applications...















