The week in industry hires and promotions: July 20-24
New executives, managers and agents in the residential real estate, tech and mortgage spaces
by Inman Jul 25
Auction.com: Home sales and prices could set new July records -- and shut some buyers out
Company's Real Estate Nowcast predicts continued housing market momentum, but outlook isn't all rosy
by Amy Tankersley Jul 23
NAR: Homes are selling like high-priced hotcakes
Trade group says both sales and prices are hitting levels not seen since before the recession
by Amy Tankersley Jul 23
Real estate still ranks high on Americans' list of preferred financial investments
Bankrate survey respondents say it offers more security than stockpiling cash or venturing into stocks
by Amy Tankersley Jul 23
Should long commute be deal-breaker for buyers?
HSH.com survey finds that it in some cities, it makes sense to live in the ‘burbs -- or even in a different state -- away from your job
by Amy Tankersley Jul 21
WalletHub maps out best cities for first-time homebuyers
Colorado and Texas offer affordability and low crime, but many California markets aren’t exactly fun in the sun, according to company’s recent survey
by Amy Tankersley Jul 20
The week in industry hires and promotions: July 13-17
New executives, managers and agents in the residential real estate, tech and mortgage spaces
by Inman Jul 18
Nexera Holding aims to ‘disrupt’ traditional mortgage industry with process automation, streamlined consumer communication
Nexera launches consumer-direct and wholesale lending platforms to increase transparency and efficiency
by Amy Tankersley Jul 16
MBA: Loan applications for new homes sluggish this summer
Trade group survey sees increase of just 1 percent in June after decreasing 9 percent in May
by Amy Tankersley Jul 16
Refi boom could be going bust, says Ellie Mae
Mortgage originations top lenders’ loan inventory for first time since last fall
by Amy Tankersley Jul 15
Want stable home values? Go west, young man
SmartAsset analysis shows many cities in Western states have experienced steady home values and local economies in the last 2 decades
by Amy Tankersley Jul 14
CoreLogic: Jobs are up and foreclosures are down
CoreLogic analysis of delinquent mortgages and defaults shows borrowers are gainfully employed and staying current on their loans
by Amy Tankersley Jul 14
Fannie Mae's HOME app guides buyers through homebuying process
Free mobile app features mortgage loan calculators, educational resources and more
by Amy Tankersley Jul 13
Trulia survey indicates dream of homeownership may give some millennials nightmares
Student loan repayments hinder college grads’ ability to save for down payment, while millennials without degrees face mixed prospects for homeownership
by Amy Tankersley Jul 13
The week in industry hires and promotions: July 6-10
New executives, managers and agents in the residential real estate, tech and mortgage spaces
by Inman Jul 11
Are millennials growing up?
Endeavor America Loan Services says its data suggests millennials are maturing and could shape the next mortgage boom
by Amy Tankersley Jul 10