The real estate market is constantly evolving, shaped by a multitude of factors ranging from economic indicators to societal changes. As we find ourselves in the midst of 2023, homeowners, buyers, and investors are eager to gain insights into what the rest of the year might hold for the ...

Concerns about a housing market crash have been circulating, but it's important to note that the current housing market differs significantly from the one we witnessed in 2008. One crucial distinction lies in the variation of lending standards today. Let's delve into the data to substantiate this claim ...

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is set to release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report soon, which provides information on the sales volume and price trends for previously owned homes. However, this report is likely to show a decline in home prices, which might be confusing for those ...

When analyzing real estate metrics over time, it can be challenging to draw accurate conclusions, particularly in a dynamic housing market. The presence of market variability can render comparisons less meaningful or accurate, making it essential to consider external factors that may have influenced the outcomes being examined. This article ...

Mortgage rates have a profound influence on the real estate market and homeowners' financial well-being. Fluctuations in rates can significantly affect affordability, refinancing opportunities, and overall housing market trends. In this blog post, we will delve into the insights provided by an insightful infographic, shedding light on the impact of ...

The spring housing market has defied expectations this year, displaying remarkable levels of activity. Despite affordability hurdles and a limited inventory of available homes, buyer demand continues to grow stronger.

One key indicator of active buyers is the increase in showing traffic. The latest data from the ShowingTime Showing Index ...

Get ready for the latest scoop on home prices as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) gears up to release its Existing Home Sales Report. But hold on tight, because this report might bring some confusion and even raise a few eyebrows. You see, NAR will be reporting the median ...

The Federal Reserve recently held a meeting where they raised the federal funds rate by 25 basis points, or 0.25%. While this isn't good news, the one positive thing is that most banks anticipated an increase of about 50 basis points, or half of a full percent. So ...

The recent news about the financial markets has caused concern among many potential buyers and sellers. With the failure of SVB and other banks following suit, the Federal Reserve has been raising rates, causing volatility in interest rates, particularly in the mortgage market.

As a potential buyer or seller ...

Today marked the monthly release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). For nearly a year, this monthly economic report has had the greatest impact on the bond market and mortgage rates. 

The biggest revelation was October's CPI (reported November 10th), which many saw as a ...