According to new data from Verisk, the cost of home repairs and remodeling in Q3 2023 jumped year-over-year, as the costs of materials used in home repairs continue to rise.
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The nation’s housing deficit has long been thought to be alleviated by a “silver tsunami”—an anticipated influx of properties from elderly owners who will downsize or otherwise move on. However,...
For the first time since Q4 2022, the percentage of negative equity in the U.S. rose on a quarterly basis. Per a new report, there were 30,000 more residential properties with negative equity over...
Newly released data from the FHFA reveals that manufactured homes are appreciating in value at nearly the same pace as traditional site-built homes, challenging long-held misconceptions. The post...
A panel of housing experts forecasts the direction of home prices over the next two years, keying in on the factors that will guide the direction of market for the foreseeable future. The post...
In addition to a new partnership with FEMA, the Department will prolong moratoria on foreclosures through April 11, 2025, providing additional relief to borrowers with FHA-insured, single-family...
A new study found that a dip in buyer competition resulted in both easing demand and an increase in inventory in the third quarter of 2024. The post After Record Highs, Down Payments Dropped in Q3...
A deeper look at how the rise in immigration has influenced housing demand and affordability nationwide. The post How Have Recent Immigration Increases Impacted U.S. Housing Costs? first appeared...
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An examination of the nation’s metros where affordability, underwater mortgages, foreclosures, and unemployment trends are putting homeowners at-risk of losing their home. The post Which Housing...
A new analysis of renters nationwide takes a closer look at regional trends for recent college grads and areas where renters are experiencing affordability issues. The post College Grads Combating...
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"The size and direction of a Trump bump will depend on what campaign proposals ultimately become policy and when," Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for Realtor.com. "For now, we expect a gradual...
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In accordance with IRS guidelines on the trading of Uniform Mortgage-Backed Securities, the FHFA has set forth the deemed-issuance ratio for 2025, used for diversification reporting on bonds. The...
New proposed rule would limit the sale of identifiers such as Social Security Numbers and phone numbers that may threaten personal safety and undermine national security. The post CFPB Enhances...
Two new bipartisan measures highlight the impact of artificial intelligence on the financial services and housing industries and explore the potential risks involved. The post Congress Takes Aim...
Research highlights the financial advantages of eClosing technology, in addition to faster loan delivery and reduced operational costs. The post Lenders Reporting Increased Profits Via Digital...
A recent analysis reveals a significant increase in mortgage refinance offers across the U.S., with some states experiencing more than double the growth, as homeowners capitalize on diminishing...
A new report examines areas where affordability has challenged Americans’ monthly budgets, and digs deeper into the impact of expenses on U.S. households. The post Where Are the Nation’s Most...