Opinion
A growing young demographic and rapid urbanization are just a few factors
Annual spending growth for home improvements projected to rise to 4 percent during first quarter of 2016
Trade group survey sees increase of just 1 percent in June after decreasing 9 percent in May
Despite improvement, more than 597,000 US foreclosure filings reported in first half of 2015
Mortgage originations top lenders’ loan inventory for first time since last fall
June closings in 53 metro areas measured 12 percent higher than last year
Mom-and-pop investors and home flippers are 2 trends to watch
Lender's Home Price Perception Index falls in June
SmartAsset analysis shows many cities in Western states have experienced steady home values and local economies in the last 2 decades
CoreLogic analysis of delinquent mortgages and defaults shows borrowers are gainfully employed and staying current on their loans
Electricity, natural gas, motor fuel and home heating oil prices were analyzed, along with consumption volumes
The GSE's properties continue to perform despite a number of new project deliveries
Student loan repayments hinder college grads’ ability to save for down payment, while millennials without degrees face mixed prospects for homeownership
Many new real estate purchasers must work on credit before taking the plunge
Although most markets will see home values rise, Texas and North Dakota are a different story
The big news in real estate markets, recapped for your convenience