Real Estate News
Should I Remodel My Home Before I Sell?
Remodeling report: Some projects boost the home’s appeal and offer a great return on investment, like a new steel front door (100% ROI) or a closet remodel (83% ROI). Read More
Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity
If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make. Read More
Mortgage Rates Inch Up
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.83% from 6.62% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages increased to 6.03% from 5.82%. Read More
Guide Helps Buyers Navigate Land, Home Building
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Fannie Mae: Home Price Growth to Moderate
Experts forecast home prices to rise 3.4% in 2025 and 3.3% in 2026, down from earlier projections, according to Fannie Mae’s Q1 2025 survey. Read More
Luxury Market Continues to Grow
In early 2025, luxury homes saw stable demand, making up 7.5% of sales, up from 5% in February 2023. Listings under $1M took 64 days to sell and over $1M took 75 days. Read More
Using the 28/36 Rule to Budget for a Home
[[{"value":"The 28/36 rule helps buyers gauge affordability: spend no more than 28% of income on housing and 36% on total debt, though some lenders may allow more. "}]] Read More
Housing Starts Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty
March housing starts fell 11.4% to a 1.32M pace amid higher rates and costs, while permits rose 1.6%, suggesting continued interest in future building. Read More
Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First
Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” Read More