How low can they go? Mortgage rates back under 7% this week
Mortgage rates keep falling after Powell tries to deflate expectations for the spring rate, as 3 new reports released this week suggest the economy is, in fact, losing steam
by Matt Carter Dec 6
NAR enrollment fell in 2023. Here's where membership rose — and why
NAR membership declined by 1.4% in the 12-month period that ended in October, with state-level enrollment hewing closely to local housing metrics, according to a state-by-state analysis by Intel
by Daniel Houston Dec 6
Black Knight awarded $155.2M in PennyMac trade secrets lawsuit
PennyMac is putting a positive spin on the arbitrator's ruling, saying the decision allows it to continue to use the disputed loan servicing software 'free and clear of any restrictions'
by Matt Carter Dec 6
Buyers' market to usher in 'season of hope' in 2024, Redfin projects
Falling home prices and mortgage rates are on tap for buyers and sellers — not to mention a presidential election that could hinge on housing issues, according to Redfin's outlook for 2024
by Ben Verde Dec 5
Affordability, inventory, rates: An economist's 2024 housing outlook
Opinion
Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner offers his 2024 forecast for interest rates, home values and the potential for a housing market recovery
by Matthew Gardner Dec 5
80% of first-time homeowners say they'll need a gift to buy again: Poll
Faced with rising prices and rates, buyers are increasingly counting on personal loans and gifts to close deals, according to a survey of 3,000 potential buyers conducted by Dig Insights and Inman
by Chris LeBarton Dec 5
Fed Chair Powell's attempt to deflate rate-cut expectations flops
Rates keep falling as fresh data pours in, with investors who fund most mortgages still convinced the Federal Reserve will begin lowering rates in the spring to avoid strangling the economy
by Matt Carter Dec 1
Hallelujah! Finally, some good news about the real estate market
You loved last week's good news on mortgage rates, and this week brought even more smiles to real estate agents and brokers
by Christy Murdock Dec 1
What Netflix and Lego can teach you about thriving amid adversity
Opinion
Darryl Davis shares some of the hard-won lessons of the world's most successful and resilient businesses. Put them to work in your professional life to meet the current moment
by Darryl Davis Dec 1
Zillow predicts a 'breather year' for homebuyers in 2024
Homebuyers will have slightly more homes to choose from at slightly more agreeable prices in the new year, according to the portal's 2024 forecast
by Ben Verde Nov 30
Home inventory finally showing signs of life in November
There were 7.5% more homesellers listing their homes in November 2023 than in November 2022, according to Realtor.com, with total inventory up as well, ending a 4-month slide
by Ben Verde Nov 30
Pending home sales fall to lowest level in more than 20 years
Pending sales fell 1.5% month over month in October to a reading of 71.4, the lowest score recorded since the Pending Home Sales Index began publishing in 2001
by Ben Verde Nov 30
Defy the market: Strategies for success from industry experts
Tune in to this week's latest Inman Access class, and hear from 3 industry experts on what real estate professionals should be prioritizing to see success in today's market and in 2024
by Claire Buzzanca Nov 30
5 reasons minority, LGBTQ+ buyers should invest in real estate now
Opinion
Don't let fear keep LGBTQ+ and minority clients from realizing the benefits of homeownership. Zak Shellhammer offers ideas for becoming an advocate and adviser for all of your buyers
by Zak Shellhammer Nov 30
The top 10 cities buyers want most are smaller, more affordable
According to a new report from Redfin, relocating homebuyers continue to seek out more affordable locales in favor of big, expensive coastal cities
by Ben Verde Nov 29
Homebuyers seizing the day as mortgage rates continue to slide
Demand for purchase loans picks up for 4th consecutive week, and bond market investors are pushing rates lower on hopes for Fed easing as inflation subsides
by Matt Carter Nov 29