Real Estate News
Are Modular Homes Going Mainstream?
Modular, 3D-printed and prefab homes are growing in popularity as rebuilding options after disasters despite image and transportation hurdles. Read More
Shift in Pricing Puts New Builds Within Reach
The gap between new builds and existing homes has narrowed, presenting an opportunity for real estate agents and buyers to navigate a tough affordability environment. Read More
Mortgage Rates See Third Weekly Decline
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.81% from 6.84% last week, while 15-year mortgage rates eased to 5.96% from 5.97%, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said. Read More
New NAR Guides: Auctions, Attorneys
Two new NAR Consumer Guides explain how home auctions work and what to know when hiring a real estate attorney. Read More
Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates
It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. Read More
May Housing Starts Dip as Multifamily Slows
Housing starts fell 9.8% in May, driven by a sharp drop in multifamily construction, while single-family starts were mostly flat amid ongoing market pressures. Read More
Getting the Built-In Cabinet Look With Furniture
Freestanding cabinets, hutches, and vintage pieces offer stylish, flexible storage at lower costs, as interest grows in “unfitted” kitchens and resale finds. Read More
Fed Leaves Key Interest Rate Unchanged
Federal Reserve officials expect inflation to rise but still anticipate two interest rate cuts by the year’s end. Interest rates impact mortgage rates. Read More
New Home Purchase Mortgage Apps Down in May
New home purchase mortgage applications fell 4.5% year-over-year in May, with estimated sales down 12.1% from April, the MBA said. Read More