U.S. Housing Market
Half of US Households Experienced Home Insurance Rate Increases
Among the states, Florida carries the highest home insurance average at $7,136. Continue Reading Half of US Households Experienced Home Insurance Rate Increases
Ground Broken on New Orleans Development Featuring 294 Affordable Housing Units
Construction will begin immediately, with substantial completion anticipated in September 2027. Continue Reading Ground Broken on New Orleans Development Featuring 294 Affordable Housing Units
Report: Average Buyer’s Agent Commission Up Slightly Since New NAR Rules
The average buyer’s agent commission during the third quarter was 2.42%, up from 2.36% one year earlier, while commissions were virtually flat compared to the previous quarter. According to a new data report from Redfin, commissions are at roughly the same level they...
New York State Raises Property Tax Exemption for Seniors to 65%
Legislation S5175A/A3698A replaces the previous 50% maximum percentage of exemption local governments have been able to offer income-eligible seniors. Continue Reading New York State Raises Property Tax Exemption for Seniors to 65%
Report: Refinance Retention at 3.5-Year High
Non-banks retained refinancing borrowers at roughly three times the rate of banks (35% versus 13%). Continue Reading Report: Refinance Retention at 3.5-Year High
Home Flipping Activity and Profits Down in Q3
The top four metro areas that recorded the largest flipping rates during the third quarter were all in Georgia. Continue Reading Home Flipping Activity and Profits Down in Q3
Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Up Despite Fewer Listings, Higher Prices
“There are buyers out there who have been waiting a long time to get into the market,” said Dr. Lisa Sturtevant, Bright MLS chief economist. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Up Despite Fewer Listings, Higher Prices
Asking Rents Fall to Lowest Level Since March 2022
Sun Belt markets saw the most significant declines in median rents, led by Austin (-12.4%), Tampa (-11.3%) and Raleigh (-8.4%). Continue Reading Asking Rents Fall to Lowest Level Since March 2022
Study: Most Americans Want to Age in Their Current Homes
The majority of Americans ages 50 and older want to remain in their current homes as they age, but nearly half expect to relocate due to rising housing costs, according to AARP's 2024 Home and Community Preferences Survey. The new survey polled 3,090 adults from June...
Report: Elon Musk Eyeing Luxury Penthouse Near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
Musk is reportedly considering the purchase of a penthouse in The Bristol, a luxury building in Palm Beach. Continue Reading Report: Elon Musk Eyeing Luxury Penthouse Near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
Refinance Surge Drives Up Mortgage Applications
The Refinance Index enjoyed a 27% bump-up from the previous week and was 42% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Refinance Surge Drives Up Mortgage Applications
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: A Tale of Two Misguided Cities
Editor Phil Hall questions the viability of government-fueled real estate projects in New York City and Chicago. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: A Tale of Two Misguided Cities
Foreclosure Filings Down in November
Lenders started the foreclosure process on 20,231 properties last month. Continue Reading Foreclosure Filings Down in November
San Diego School District Considers Plan to Build Affordable Housing for Employees
The new proposal stressed there was a “clear” need for more affordable housing. Continue Reading San Diego School District Considers Plan to Build Affordable Housing for Employees
Realtor.com Predicts Top Housing Markets for 2025
Three weeks ahead of New Year’s Eve, Realtor.com has published its forecast for the Top Housing Markets for 2025 – with all the locations based in the South and the West. The new year's top 10 housing markets, ranked in order, are: Colorado Springs, Colorado...
