U.S. Housing Market
Habitat for Humanity to Create ‘Pope Leo Village’ in Wichita
“We like to say that we are putting God’s love into action,” said Danielle Johnson, executive director of Wichita Habitat for Humanity. Continue Reading Habitat for Humanity to Create ‘Pope Leo Village’ in Wichita
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 13-17
A “pied-à-terre tax” aimed at New York City’s wealthiest property owners, the Wall Street Journal slams home builders, and a Massachusetts town rejects a 50% property tax hike. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 13-17
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 26-30
A Beverly Hills mansion that nobody wants, a push to end property taxes in Georgia, and Indiana goes Bears hunting. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 26-30
Trump Sparks Backlash Over Affordable Homeownership Comments
“We’re not going to destroy the value of their homes so that somebody that didn’t work very hard can buy a home,” said Trump. Continue Reading Trump Sparks Backlash Over Affordable Homeownership Comments
NYC Mayor Mamdani Backpedals on Promise to Expand Housing Voucher Program
He blamed the administration of his predecessor, Eric Adams, for his change in direction. Continue Reading NYC Mayor Mamdani Backpedals on Promise to Expand Housing Voucher Program
New York State Home Sales Enjoy Rare Uptick in April
This is only the second time in the last 32 months when closed sales have risen in year-over-year comparisons. Continue Reading New York State Home Sales Enjoy Rare Uptick in April
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s First NYC Home is Listed for $5.5 Million
The couple bought the building in 1971 and lived there for two years. Continue Reading John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s First NYC Home is Listed for $5.5 Million
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
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