A new survey from Snapdocs has found that 74% of lenders have invested in digital closing technology, yet only 28% of that total have achieved an adoption rate of 60% or better.
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Home Prices Jump Across All Major U.S. Metros
For the first time since 2022, a new study from Redfin revealed that home prices are increasing in all major U.S. metros, with once-affordable places to live now seeing "double-digit price...
Nationwide Rents Fall Below 2022 Peak
Realtor.com’s December 2024 Rental Report states that while new construction exceeds demand, rentals in the U.S. have continued to decline, giving renters some financial relief heading into the...
Top Cities for Digital Nomads: Sunshine, Wi-Fi, and Affordability
Cities in the South dominate the list attracting remote workers, offering the ideal mix of cost, connectivity, and lifestyle options. The post Top Cities for Digital Nomads: Sunshine, Wi-Fi, and...
Will Trump’s ‘Golden Age of America’ Address Housing Market Challenges?
Day one of President Trump’s second term began with a series of executive orders, several taking aim at the nation’s housing space and what can be done to alleviate affordability issues. The post...
The Housing Market Impact of L.A.’s Wildfires
New reports find that single-family homes accounted for 89% of the homes destroyed or damaged by the fires in Los Angeles. Just how much will property damage totals reach once all tallied? The...
CFPB Finalizes Rule to Remove Medical Bills From Credit Reports
The new mandate would remove billions of dollars of medical bills from credit reports and increase privacy protections. Here are the details. The post CFPB Finalizes Rule to Remove Medical Bills...
Political Climate Driving 2025 Migration
According to a recent survey, politics are projected to compel many Americans to relocate in 2025. However, despite the lack of clarity surrounding the potential effects on the U.S. property...
HUD Named Top 10 Best Agencies for Customer, Employee Experience
According to the results of a recent study conducted by the Partnership for Public Service, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was named among the top 10 federal agencies for...
HUD Recaps Historic Investments Made Over the Biden Administration
In a new report, HUD outlines the policies and programs implemented over the last four years that have boosted the supply of housing, helped first-time homebuyers, provided rental assistance,...
Pending Home Sales Fall to 24-Month Low
A new study has found that roughly 40,000 home purchases were called off in December, equal to 16% of homes that went under contract—the highest December percentage on record. The post Pending...
Mortgage Apps Jump YoY in December
According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), new home purchase applications ticked up in December compared to a year ago, as "first-time homebuyers remained active in the new home...
U.S. Homeowners Boast Extra Space
Declining household sizes and an increase in the number of bedrooms per home are driving the “golden age” of extra bedrooms. The post U.S. Homeowners Boast Extra Space first appeared on The...
Variable, Gig Income May Improve Consumer’s Access to Credit
Aspiring homeowners may be able to get approved for a mortgage loan by leveraging all available income sources, according to a recent Fannie Mae report that showed how critical it is to ensure a...
HUD Hands Out Millions in Grants to Support Seniors, Expand Affordability
While many elderly Americans struggle with housing affordability and homelessness, HUD announced that it has awarded non-profit organizations funding totaling nearly $100 million to support the...
Trump Taps Bill Pulte as Next FHFA Director
The private equity executive and grandson of U.S. homebuilder William Pulte, Founder and Chair of PulteGroup, has been nominated as next leader of the FHFA. The post Trump Taps Bill Pulte as Next...
A Closer Look at YOY Foreclosure Filings
“The continued decline in foreclosure activity throughout 2024 suggests a housing market that may be stabilizing, even as economic uncertainties persist,” said Rob Barber, CEO at ATTOM. The post A...
Meeting Renters Where They Are
In a digital-first age, property management companies can make the refund process smoother for everyone involved and create a positive impression that leaves the door open to future rentals and...
Report: HOA Fees On the Rise
A new report from Realtor.com revealed the metros with the highest share of Homeowners Association (HOA) fees—further adding to housing and personal financial stressors faced by many...
Report: HOA Fees On the Rise
A new report from Realtor.com revealed the metros with the highest share of Homeowners Association (HOA) fees—further adding to housing and personal financial stressors faced by many...
Record Number of Renters Struggle With Affordability
New data finds that cost burdens have hit an all-time high, with half of U.S. renters paying more than 30% of their income on housing, leaving many with historically low residual incomes. The post...