Real estate trade groups prod Biden to cut annual FHA premiums
The NAR, MBA and NAHB argue that the Federal Housing Administration is flush with cash, and that delinquency rates on FHA loans have returned to pre-pandemic lows
by Matt Carter Sep 14
Two-thirds of pandemic 'boomerang kids' still live at home
More than 2 years after moving in with parents, many millennials and Gen Zers have yet to leave, a new report says. Those still in the coop use their time to pay down debt and save for homeownership
by Marian McPherson Aug 30
New twists on home lending create opportunities for agents
As technology changes the way people think about homeownership, real estate agents will still be part of the picture say execs of EasyKnock, Flyhomes and Zillow at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Matt Carter Aug 4
Freddie Mac posts healthy profit despite big drop in mortgage volume
The mortgage giant generated more than $2.5B profit and grew its mortgage portfolio despite dramatic declines in new purchase loans and refinancing
by Matt Carter Jul 28
Homebuyers with lower credit scores pay hundreds more: Study
The homebuyers with 'fair' credit scores can pay up to $288 more per month than those with 'excellent' scores, according to a new study by Zillow
by Ben Verde Jul 28
Commission study paid for by HomeServices comes under fire
The study argues that decoupling commissions would harm first-time, low-income, and minority buyers, but critics like the Consumer Federation of America say it's based on a faulty premise
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 27
An agent’s guide to architecture throughout the decades
Inman contributor Gerard Splendore walks real estate agents through architecture and home styles from 1900 through today
by Gerard Splendore Jul 26
Maxwell's Español mortgage solution is bilingual, 'builds trust'
Borrowers with limited English proficiency are said to be more likely to make it through the complex application process, enabling lenders to close loans faster and boost loan officer production.
by Matt Carter Jul 21
Most Americans think now is the time to buy homes. Here's their logic
Out of 1,000 homeowners and 1,000 renters participating, 56% or 6 of every 10 Americans think 'right now' is a great time to buy a home, according to OnePoll on behalf of Lower
by Ben Verde Jul 21
Tim Heyl lays out the 3 key issues Power Buyers should focus on today
Power buyers became synonymous with cash offers during the first 2 years of the COVID housing market. Homeward's CEO shares what's next for the sector ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Taylor Anderson Jul 1
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance blasts NAR for supporting Anti-LGBTQ candidates
In a 3-page letter on Wednesday the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance called out the Realtor Political Action Committee for supporting anti-LGBTQ candidates as NAR lobbies for LGBTQ rights
by Marian McPherson Jun 30
Discrimination stops 40% of trans buyers from buying dream home
Realtor.com and the LGBTQ Real Estate Alliance's latest joint survey reveals how discrimination stops transgender and non-binary buyers from finding safe, secure communities
by Marian McPherson Jun 23
Owning becomes more expensive than renting as rates, prices surge
Homeownership is 31% more expensive than renting, nationally. With demand shifting and the market for home purchases cooling, homebuilders now court investors, a report notes
by Ben Verde Jun 23
Gen Z flunks homeownership test — but other age groups not far behind
Fewer members of Generation Z said they were 'handy' than older groups did in a recent poll, with Generation X tallying the highest scores in a survey of 1,049 people conducted by CraftJack
by Daniel Houston Jun 22
Buyers of new homes spend double on 1st-year improvements: Analysis
Hidden costs loom large for buyers in the first year of homeownership, and, surprisingly, that can be even more true with a new build, according to the National Association of Homebuilders
by Daniel Houston Jun 13