U.S. Housing Market
October New Home Sales Up 18.7% Year-Over-Year
The three-month delay in the release of the October data is due to the recent federal government shutdown. Continue Reading October New Home Sales Up 18.7% Year-Over-Year
Kansas Lawmakers Consider New Cap on Property Tax Assessments
The resolution does not change property tax rates. Continue Reading Kansas Lawmakers Consider New Cap on Property Tax Assessments
New Bill Would Retroactively Restore Flood Insurance Coverage Lost in Government Shutdown
The legislation will backdate reauthorization of the program to Sept. 30, 2025, while extending the program’s authorization until Dec. 31, 2026. Continue Reading New Bill Would Retroactively Restore Flood Insurance Coverage Lost in Government Shutdown
Realtor.com Launches Spotlight Listings to Help Agents Maximize Listing Visibility
Realtor.com has also enhanced its Local Expert product. Continue Reading Realtor.com Launches Spotlight Listings to Help Agents Maximize Listing Visibility
Mortgage Application Activity Takes a 0.6% Uptick
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications increased to 19.4% from 18.5% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Takes a 0.6% Uptick
Have Homebuyers Discovered Columbus?
Columbus, Ohio, where the median home price was $309,000, topped the new list of the “Most Popular Markets People Are Moving To.” Continue Reading Have Homebuyers Discovered Columbus?
Survey: One in Five Buyers Willing to Sacrifice Safety for Affordable Home
More than one in four (28%) said they would be willing to live in an area with a higher risk of natural or climate disasters. Continue Reading Survey: One in Five Buyers Willing to Sacrifice Safety for Affordable Home
Study: 28% of Title Insurance Companies Report Seller Impersonation Fraud
“Title insurance offers protection when seller impersonation fraud does occur,” said ALTA CEO Diane Tomb. Continue Reading Study: 28% of Title Insurance Companies Report Seller Impersonation Fraud
Exuma Capital Partners Launches AI-Powered Platform Property.com
According to a statement from the company, Property.com “empowers homeowners to take control of their most significant investments with ease.” Continue Reading Exuma Capital Partners Launches AI-Powered Platform Property.com
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 29-Aug. 2
This week’s Hits and Misses include reckless political talk about housing, Chevron moving its headquarters to Texas and a contaminated school for sale. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 29-Aug. 2
Renter Population Is Growing 3X Faster Than Homeowner Population
Nationwide, just over one-third (34.4%) of households are in rental housing. Continue Reading Renter Population Is Growing 3X Faster Than Homeowner Population
Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Homeowners Making Short-Term Rentals
The court’s 5-2 ruling determined that a “residence” is not synonymous with a permanent presence. Continue Reading Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Homeowners Making Short-Term Rentals
Louis CK Lists Shelter Island Estate for $9.25 Million
The Tudor-stye 5,300-square-foot residence on a 2.02-acre property was built in 1901. Continue Reading Louis CK Lists Shelter Island Estate for $9.25 Million
Mortgage Rates Drop to 6-Month Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.73% as of Aug. 1. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to 6-Month Low
Housing Inventory Reaches Post-Pandemic High
The amount of time that homes are spending on the market is also growing. Continue Reading Housing Inventory Reaches Post-Pandemic High
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