U.S. Housing Market
Mortgage Rates Inch Up for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.10% as of Jan. 29, up from last week when it averaged 6.09%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up for Second Straight Week
Median Sale Price for Homes Hit Record High in 2025
Institutional investors were responsible for only 6.6% of last year’s home purchases, unchanged from one year earlier. Continue Reading Median Sale Price for Homes Hit Record High in 2025
NYC Voters Approve Proposals to Streamline Affordable Housing Development
All three proposals passed with more than 56% of voter approval. Continue Reading NYC Voters Approve Proposals to Streamline Affordable Housing Development
FHLBank Topeka Awards $5 Million in Native American Housing Grants
This year’s grants are being presented to 16 tribes and tribally designated housing entities in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. Continue Reading FHLBank Topeka Awards $5 Million in Native American Housing Grants
Knock Rolls Out New Bridge Loan Plus
The product supports a variety of loan programs, including VA loans, and carries a one-time 2.25% fee Continue Reading Knock Rolls Out New Bridge Loan Plus
Full-Floor NYC Condo Sells for Nearly $62 Million
The Asian buyer used a limited liability company to transact the deal. Continue Reading Full-Floor NYC Condo Sells for Nearly $62 Million
Survey Finds Rampant Fraud in Rental Housing Applications
Nearly one-quarter of the respondents’ eviction filings were linked to fraudulent applications. Continue Reading Survey Finds Rampant Fraud in Rental Housing Applications
Rocket Homes App Now on Apple Vision Pro
The Rocket Homes app also supports Apple’s SharePlay, enabling users to show a friend or family member what they see via FaceTime. Continue Reading Rocket Homes App Now on Apple Vision Pro
Lennar Begins Sales for Master-Planned Community in Florida
Floorplans range from 2,189 to 3,868 square feet, with three to six bedrooms and two-and-a-half to four-and-a-half baths. Continue Reading Lennar Begins Sales for Master-Planned Community in Florida
Celebrities Bid Farewell to California: A Trend Analysis
In recent years, many celebrities have been moving out of California, sparking discussions and speculation about the reasons behind this trend. California, particularly Los Angeles, has long been considered the entertainment epicenter, offering proximity to major...
The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Agents in Selling Your Home
In the digital age, where DIY tutorials and online platforms abound, selling a home without a real estate agent might seem appealing to some. However, the complexities and nuances of real estate transactions make agents helpful and indispensable. Engaging a real...
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 29-Feb. 2
This week’s Hits and Misses considers Keller Williams’ $70 million settlement, the prospect of Travis Kelce as a neighbor and a win for gas stove lovers. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 29-Feb. 2
Redfin Debuts Sign & Save as Refund Program for Home Buyers
Redfin noted that an eligible homebuyer purchasing a $500,000 home would save $1,250 using the program. Continue Reading Redfin Debuts Sign & Save as Refund Program for Home Buyers
Parcel That Was Once Al Capone’s Miami Home Listed for $23.9 Million
The 30,000-square-foot empty Florida parcel that was the last residence of gangster Al Capone has been listed for sale at $23.9 million. Continue Reading Parcel That Was Once Al Capone’s Miami Home Listed for $23.9 Million
Dream Finders Homes Acquires Homebuilder Crescent Ventures
Dream Finders stated the deal will allow it to expand into Nashville and the South Carolina markets of Charleston and Greenville. Continue Reading Dream Finders Homes Acquires Homebuilder Crescent Ventures













