Some pain, some gains. Here’s where Zillow sees home prices in your market going next
The real estate portal and data powerhouse recently shared its updated home price forecast and predictions for 2026. Prices are expected to rise 1.2% nationally (but not everywhere)
by Taylor Anderson Dec 5
Redfin on 2026: Affordability improves, sales rise only slightly
Expect a slight increase in sales and the slowest home price growth since 2011, with buyers staying on the sidelines due to concerns about the economy, according to Redfin economists
by Taylor Anderson Dec 2
October brought the strongest buyer's market in 12 years: Redfin
The number of homesellers exceeded homebuyers by a record 36.8% in October, which is the largest divide between the two groups since at least 2013, Redfin reported on Wednesday
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 19
Price growth continues to slow, but economists say that may be good news for the market
Nationally, prices grew at the slowest level since 2023, according to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller July Index. Although that hurts homeowners now, economists said it hints at a healthier market
by Marian McPherson Sep 30
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
Renting becomes sign of wealth as many opt against homebuying
Cities in California, North Carolina, Florida and New York have seen a surge in wealthy renters compared to pandemic numbers
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 11
Home values have surged at 2X the normal rate since pandemic
Since 2020, US home values have risen by 45.3%, meaning more than 10 years of typical home value growth has been packed into a 5-year period, a new report from Zillow shows
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 27
Climate change reshapes real estate, putting $1.5T in value at risk
Climate change has shaken up the US real estate market, with buyers no longer simply seeking better quality of life or affordable housing — but also considering climate risks before purchases
by Richelle Hammiel Feb 4
Economists no longer expect big drop in mortgage rates this year
Elevated rates chill the prospects of a 2025 sales rebound from the lowest level in 30 years, as many would-be homebuyers and sellers would stay on the sidelines: Fannie Mae
by Matt Carter Jan 24
Julie Kheyfets named new CEO of AI renovation company Block
Kheyfets spent 7 years as Block's Chief Operating Officer, and prior to that, led North American growth for Tractable, a unicorn in the AI accident and disaster recovery space
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 17
Fannie Mae forecasts 'significant regional variation' in 2025 sales
'From an affordability perspective, we think 2025 will look a lot like 2024,' Fannie Mae chief economist says, but with more inventory in Sun Belt states, Mountain West and Pacific Northwest
by Matt Carter Dec 16
More and more homes are languishing on the market
In August, nearly half of all US homes had been on the market for 60 days or more, according to Redfin. Days on market has ticked up as high rates have slowed sales
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 25
2024 could be worst year for home sales since 1995: Fannie Mae
Falling mortgage rates should help boost home sales by nearly 10% next year. But in the meantime, inventory shortages and affordability challenges are keeping a lid on sales in many markets
by Matt Carter Sep 20
More listings, lower rates should boost 2025 sales: Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae on Friday slashed its 2024 forecast as a result of weak spring home sales, but listings are returning to the market and mortgage rates look poised to drop, according to new projections
by Matt Carter Jun 24
Barry Sternlicht: Rents will go up, and it's Jerome Powell's fault
The billionaire head of Sternwood Capital blamed Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell's interest rate campaign for killing activity in the multifamily sector
by Ben Verde Jun 7