Homeownership remains cheaper than renting, except in biggest cities
A new analysis found that owning a median priced home was more affordable than the average rent on a 3-bedroom property in the majority of US counties — except for big cities
by Ben Verde Jan 6
5-year study finds Bitcoin is a way better investment than real estate
A study published by Point2Homes.com revealed extensive return on investment comparisons between the most popular form of cryptocurrency and real estate. The results are staggering
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 18
Here’s why Compass launched a bridge loans program
Carly Litzenberger, the senior director of new ventures at Compass, gave more insight into the impetus behind launching the program at Inman Connect in New York
by Patrick Kearns Feb 3
Will millennials rent forever? Study shows they believe so
A new Apartment List study provides the first hard evidence that large numbers of millennials who would like to become homeowners are so frustrated that they have changed their minds, at least for now
by Steve Cook Dec 5
Two millennials drinking coffee
Amid historically low relocation rates nationwide, a survey from home maintenance and renovation platform Porch reveals what 20- and 30-somethings are searching for
by Patrick Kearns May 14
Two student-aged girls looking at a computer together
Young adult homeownership continues to lag after the Great Recession
by Deidre Woollard Apr 13
'Where will our children live?' Tackling housing affordability in California
Experts discuss new ideas for sustainable homeownership in the Golden State
by Gill South Nov 15
Everything an agent needs to know to master market literacy
Consumers want agents who offer market insights
by Steve Cook May 3
Existing-home sales up; low inventory and affordability still risky
'Home prices ascending near or above double-digit appreciation aren’t healthy,' says NAR's chief economist
by Gill South Feb 23
San Francisco homebuyers need to make at least $153,000 annually
Buyers that put down 10 percent must earn $32,000 more than those able to deposit 20 percent
by Erik Pisor Feb 2
Why I never fear a foreclosure
Don't be afraid to get houses back -- it's an opportunity
by John Majalca Oct 22
5 tips to help educate your clients about homeowner's insurance
You are your clients' go-to authority when it comes to all necessities for home ownership
by Matt Naimoli Oct 22
New York Times raises the bar on rent vs. buy calculators
One mortgage expert says tool is 'far better' than other calculators -- including his
by Teke Wiggin May 22
Today's buyers looking for flexible, accessible space