A surprise drop in mortgage rates got homebuyers off the sidelines and into home tours. However, affordability and recessionary concerns have kept buyers from making purchases
Only 17% of Americans surveyed in May said it was a good time to buy a home, breaking previous record lows of 19% seen in April and 24% in March
Opinion
This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White discussed the differing views of homebuyers and homebuilders when it comes to the housing market
New builds, spacious rooms and plenty of privacy are the top must-haves for aspiring homeowners
Part one of Redfin's housing market sentiment survey underscores effects of politics and society
75 percent of Americans still say homeownership is part of their future plans
Low inventory is the main obstacle
The fourth-quarter NAR Housing Opportunities and Market Experience survey is out