'If our nurses, firefighters, and teachers can’t live here, then our community stops functioning'
Workforce housing initiatives offer one part of the affordability solution for discouraged buyers, but still fall short of the need
by Marian McPherson Sep 2
Why is Midwest real estate beating the rest of the country?
The Midwest is home to some of the hottest markets in the country, while other regions face a lackluster year. What gives?
by Taylor Anderson Aug 28
Donald Trump and Jerome Powell, mortgage rates drop on Powell speech
Investors pushed bond yields and mortgage rates down Friday after Fed chair says policymakers are starting to see unemployment as a bigger risk to the US economy than inflation
by Matt Carter Aug 22
New listings grew 276% last week — but it's not enough
Annual new listing growth jumped from 1.7% to 6.4% in 1 week. However, Realtor.com said the listing jump hasn't translated to more home sales as homebuyers struggle with affordability
by Marian McPherson Aug 14
Gary Keller: Real estate could be in a recession until late 2026
At Keller Williams Mega Agent Camp, Co-Founder Gary Keller said the housing market could be in a recession through late 2026, as the economy experiences burgeoning stagflation
by Marian McPherson Aug 12
Home for sale sign, with sale pending
Pending home sales fell MOM and YOY in June, according to the National Association of Realtors. Economists are split on what the decline means as buyers navigate wider economic fears
by Marian McPherson Jul 30
Slowing price growth still doesn't open doors for homebuyers
Home price growth slowed to the lowest level in 2 years in May. However, market pressures, primarily from elevated mortgage rates, mean buyers are still struggling to afford homes
by Marian McPherson Jul 29
Will home sales rebound? Closely watched forecasts say, 'Yes'
Economists at Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association differ on how much room mortgage rates have to come down and how fast home price appreciation will cool
by Matt Carter Jul 24
Higher rates aren't stopping homebuyers from bargain hunting
Purchase loan requests are up 3% from a week ago and 22% from last last year even as mortgage rates climb to highest level in 4 weeks, Mortgage Bankers Association survey shows
by Matt Carter Jul 23
Stop calling this a buyer’s market. We're not there yet
Troy Palmquist talks with Jordan Levine, SVP and chief economist at California Association of Realtors, to answer the question, ‘Are we really in a buyer’s market?’
by Troy Palmquist Jul 22
Century 21 CEO on rethinking the inventory challenge
Adapting to market changes and creating options for clients allows real estate agents to stay relevant and engaged no matter what shifts may occur, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes
by Mike Miedler Jul 15
Zillow unveils interactive 'drone-like experience' along with other new features
Portal behemoth Zillow has dropped 5 new home search, tour and affordability features, with the crown jewel being SkyTour, an aerial tour feature
by Marian McPherson Jul 14
House hacking: A creative solution for your exhausted buyers
House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes
by Julie Busby Jul 9
Inventory has doubled in nearly half of the US's largest markets
Robust new construction activity and subdued homebuyer demand has led to an inventory boom in 22 of the 50 largest markets, with some metros seeing active inventory double vs 2019
by Marian McPherson Jul 2
What homebuyers want right now is some certainty: Economist
NewHomeSource Chief Economist Ali Wolf will provide insights into economic factors, buyer behavior, and how market shifts are impacting consumers at Inman Connect San Diego
by Matt Carter Jun 27