'No housing bubble': An economist's top 10 predictions for 2023
Cut through the online clutter and armchair quarterbacking of the real estate industry with these expert predictions from Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner
by Matthew Gardner Nov 28
Phoenix, Arizona
Median home price growth has slowed the fastest in Austin, Phoenix and San Jose, with fellow pandemic boomtowns Las Vegas and Boise also seeing significant slowdowns
by Ben Verde Nov 28
7 things investors need in an agent right now
Opinion
You have the opportunity to shine as a resource and cater to them by shifting your mindset slightly and focusing on a few areas of your business
by James Harris AND David Parnes Nov 28
Mortgage demand up for 3rd week in a row as rates continue to ease
Economists forecast mortgage rates will continue to fall as Federal Reserve minutes suggest policymakers are preparing to wind down an aggressive campaign to fight inflation
by Matt Carter Nov 23
New-home sales reverse course, climb 7.5% in October
Sales of newly built homes climbed 7.5% between September and October to a seasonally adjusted rate of 632,000, according to data released Wednesday from the United States Census Bureau
by Ben Verde Nov 23
7 things agents can be grateful for in 2022
Opinion
Real things to be thankful for when the market feels more than a little bittersweet. There are many things to celebrate so grab a seat, pass the yams and prepare to cheers the year that seemingly teaches us a new lesson every day
by Rachael Hite Nov 22
Homes near Trader Joe's get top dollar. But investors should eye Aldi
Homes near a Whole Foods or Trader Joe's boast higher values, but those near an Aldi grocery store offer something for real estate investors the others can't, according to data from Attom
by Ben Verde Nov 22
Change or lose it all: 3 steps for shifting when it matters most
Opinion
Change now to confront the new reality or face the prospects of losing market share or, even worse, going out of business
by Carl Medford Nov 22
Pending home sales post record drop as deals die and price cuts soar
Inflation and mortgage rates took a hefty toll on homebuyers in October, with a record 60,000 home-purchase cancellations during the month, according to new data released Monday
by Marian McPherson Nov 21
Fannie Mae economists see home sales bottoming next year
Sales expected to drop to lowest level since 2008, and the growing lock-in effect — the financial disincentive to sell — 'will remain in a way that has not occurred in over 40 years,' economists say
by Matt Carter Nov 21
Mortgage rates dropped faster this week than at any time in 40 years
The fall from 7.08% to 6.6% would save buyers approximately $100 a month on a median priced home, according to a report released Thursday from Redfin
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Existing-home sales slip for ninth-consecutive month in October
Sales of existing homes fell 5.9% to a seasonally adjusted rate of 4.43M — 28.4% lower than in October 2021, according to data released Friday by the National Association of Realtors
by Ben Verde Nov 18
Why are so many real estate agents leaving the industry? The Real Word
Opinion
This week on The Real Word, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the imminent mass exodus of real estate agents from the industry, lead gen myths and cryptocurrency coverage
by Byron Lazine Nov 18
Broker Spotlight: Paul E. Grover, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
This week the Broker Spotlight shines on Massachusetts luxury broker Paul E. Grover who works with discerning buyers as a closely trusted advisor throughout the region
by Christy Murdock Nov 17
Prices will fall in 2023. But savings will be negligible due to headwinds
Home prices could fall by 8%, but rising mortgage rates and a 'mild recession' will blunt the savings in buyers' pockets, according to Capital Economics' new US Housing Market Outlook
by Marian McPherson Nov 17
Housing starts fall 4.2% in October
The decline in housing starts, released Thursday by the US Census Bureau. was not as dramatic as a decrease posted in September when starts plunged 18%
by Ben Verde Nov 17