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New Data Reports Highlight Mild But Continued Home Price Acceleration
FHFA Director Bill Pulte made no public acknowledgement of the home price increases. Continue Reading New Data Reports Highlight Mild But Continued Home Price Acceleration
Georgia Home Sales Down 9% During November
During November, the median sales price dipped by 1% to $356,000 while the average sales price inched up 2% to $449,463. Continue Reading Georgia Home Sales Down 9% During November
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FHFA Issues Enterprise Housing Goals Final Rule for 2026-2028
This Final Rule is effective Feb. 23, 2026. Continue Reading FHFA Issues Enterprise Housing Goals Final Rule for 2026-2028
Report: Nationwide Mortgage Delinquency Rate at 4-Year High
609,000 borrowers who were current on payments in October became delinquent in November, marking the largest single-month inflow since May 2020. Continue Reading Report: Nationwide Mortgage Delinquency Rate at 4-Year High
Bank of America Allocates $10 Million in Zero-Interest Loans to LA Wildfire Victims
Genesis LA will originate loans to support homeownership, economic development, and nonprofit facilities in the Altadena and Pasadena areas. Continue Reading Bank of America Allocates $10 Million in Zero-Interest Loans to LA Wildfire Victims
Zillow and Esusu Offer CreditClimb, a Credit-Building Tool for Renters
Enrollment in the CreditClimb service costs $20 per year. Continue Reading Zillow and Esusu Offer CreditClimb, a Credit-Building Tool for Renters
What Role Does Thanksgiving Play in Homebuying?
Gen Z stands out as the only group tilting toward an extra bathroom (48%) over an extra bedroom (39%). Continue Reading What Role Does Thanksgiving Play in Homebuying?
Mortgage Application Activity Tumbles by 5.2%
The FHA share of total applications increased to 19.9% from 19.4% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Tumbles by 5.2%
California Home Sales at Highest Level Since February
The statewide median home price ticked up 0.4% from $883,640 in September to $886,960 in October. Continue Reading California Home Sales at Highest Level Since February
REMAX Finds 3.2% Year-Over-Year Rise in Home Sales
New listings were up 0.8% from October 2024 but were down by 0.5% from September. Continue Reading REMAX Finds 3.2% Year-Over-Year Rise in Home Sales
New Report Finds Nearly Half of Renters Expect to Buy a Home Within 4 Years
Experian’s report also showed roughly 60% of today’s renters have near-prime or better scores. Continue Reading New Report Finds Nearly Half of Renters Expect to Buy a Home Within 4 Years
Builder Confidence Remains Flat
41% of builders were cutting prices in November, a record high in the post-Covid period and the first time this measure has passed 40%. Continue Reading Builder Confidence Remains Flat
Minnesota Property Taxes Could Rise by $1 Billion in 2026
Final property taxes will be determined by the end of the year, and it would be the highest increase of this decade if it holds. Continue Reading Minnesota Property Taxes Could Rise by $1 Billion in 2026
Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
The city is offering an installment plan with interest for homeowners who are unable to pay their total property tax bill at one time. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
18W55 is now about 25% leased, with rents ranging from $4,945 for studios to $35,000 for a full-floor three-bedroom penthouse. Continue Reading Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
