New-home sales show healthy gains in January
New-home sales jumped 4.3% on a monthly basis and 19.3% on an annual basis, according to data from the US Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 24
Bigger is better: Square footage is the No. 1 amenity for luxury buyers
A new report on global luxury from Coldwell Banker found that amid the pandemic, high-end buyers put a greater emphasis on more square footage over any other amenity, driving an increase in homes over 5,000 square feet
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 24
older millennial
Clever Real Estate's latest millennial survey revealed just how far the generation is willing to go to become homeowners
by Marian McPherson Feb 23
NYC's hottest pandemic investment properties? Condominiums in bulk
Dwindling condo sales and dropping prices as a result of the pandemic have cultivated an environment for investors to scoop up Manhattan's languishing condos from developers
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 23
1031 like-kind exchanges: On the chopping block, or here to stay?
Researchers, Realtors and industry action groups argue that the rippling economic effects from changes made to Section 1031 would be a blow to the real estate industry and investors
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 23
Fourth-quarter home prices saw record growth: FHFA
During the fourth quarter of 2020, U.S. home prices surged 10.8% on an annual basis and 3.8% on a quarterly basis, marking growth records for both metrics
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 23
Home prices skyrocketed 10.4% in December: Case-Shiller
Home prices continued a steady upward trend fueled by inventory shortages and low mortgage rates, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller US National Home Price Index
Beyond the headlines: Sales rise as inventory further wanes
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into February's housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Feb 23
America's hottest neighborhoods: Bouldin Creek in Austin, Texas
Bouldin Creek has old homes, fun shops and a laid-back vibe. It's also right in the heart of one of America's buzziest cities
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 22
A median home in the United States now costs $330,500: Redfin
According to Redfin's latest survey, home prices surged 14% while sales grew by 20%
Annual home price growth reaches highest level since 2006
Increased buyer demand and low interest rates continue to push home values up in all 50 the largest US markets, according to Zillow's latest report
by Marian McPherson Feb 19
Fannie Mae: Economy will expand nearly 7% in 2021
Fannie Mae upgraded its full-year 2021 real GDP growth but cautioned that rising inflation and interest rates could be a risk in the near future
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 18
These are the questions that could make or break Compass' IPO
Panelists at Inman Connect Now argued that Compass is going to have to think hard about recruiting, commissions and other issues as it prepares to go public
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 18
Homeownership rate for Black Americans lags behind at 42%
The National Association of Realtors' latest report revealed the systemic issues in housing, education, and jobs keeping minority homebuyers behind
by Marian McPherson Feb 18
Housing permits up as starts and completions drop slightly
New homes authorized by permits were up 22.5% year over year in January, according to the latest report by the US Census Bureau
Which cities are now US powerhouses? They're not what you'd expect
San Francisco was the top spot last year, but it didn't even make the list in 2021