U.S. Housing Market
Alabama Builder Brings Home Sale Directly to Ethereum Blockchain
The company has purchased the land and finalized architectural plans for a 1,200-square-foot high-performance energy-efficient residence. Continue Reading Alabama Builder Brings Home Sale Directly to Ethereum Blockchain
Report: 46% More Sellers Than Buyers in Housing Market
The strongest buyer’s market last month was Miami, which had an estimated 163% more sellers than buyers. Continue Reading Report: 46% More Sellers Than Buyers in Housing Market
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9
A pair of unexpected housing policy proposals, an unfair accusation against a hotel chain, and an unlikely new theme park. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9
Housing Starts Up in October
Single-family housing completions in October were at a rate of 1 million, a 6% increase from the revised September rate of 952,000. Continue Reading Housing Starts Up in October
South Dakota Candidate for Governor Proposes 2-Year Property Tax Waiver for First-Time Homebuyers
“It’s important that the relief is fiscally responsible,” said Dusty Johnson. Continue Reading South Dakota Candidate for Governor Proposes 2-Year Property Tax Waiver for First-Time Homebuyers
Existing Home Sales Down Despite Inventory Gains
The median existing home price for all housing types in April was $407,600. Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Down Despite Inventory Gains
Boston’s Median Sales Price on Single-Family Homes at Record-Breaking $950K
The previous record high price for single-family homes in this market was $910,000 in July 2023. Continue Reading Boston’s Median Sales Price on Single-Family Homes at Record-Breaking $950K
Refinancing Drives Uptick in Mortgage Application Activity
“VA refinances had a double-digit increase for the third consecutive week,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Refinancing Drives Uptick in Mortgage Application Activity
Median Asking Rents Down for Ninth Straight Month
Rents remain only $33 (-1.9%) below their August 2022 peak. Continue Reading Median Asking Rents Down for Ninth Straight Month
Global Tiny Home Market Forecast to Grow by $4.82 Billion
“Mobile homes play a critical role in the affordable housing market in various countries,” said the research report. Continue Reading Global Tiny Home Market Forecast to Grow by $4.82 Billion
VA to Publish Circular Addressing Buyer Commission Policy
The circular is planned to be issued by June 12. Continue Reading VA to Publish Circular Addressing Buyer Commission Policy
Guest Opinion: Reinventing Federal Housing Policy
“To be clear, not all the rules were bad.” Continue Reading Guest Opinion: Reinventing Federal Housing Policy
Alabama Home Sales and Prices in Decline
The decline in sales and prices amid 15,072 active listings, up 37.2% from one year ago. Continue Reading Alabama Home Sales and Prices in Decline
Share of Mortgages in Forbearance at 0.22%
Last month, the share of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans in forbearance declined 1 basis point to 0.11%. Continue Reading Share of Mortgages in Forbearance at 0.22%
Naples, Florida, Tops List of the Best Places to Live in the US
On the flip side, Puerto Rico’s capital city San Juan placed last among the 150 cities. Continue Reading Naples, Florida, Tops List of the Best Places to Live in the US
