California is building fewer homes. The state could get even more expensive

California is building fewer homes. The state could get even more expensive

Ken Kahan makes a living building homes. A specialty? Luxury apartment complexes in Los Angeles neighborhoods such as Palms and Silver Lake filled with mostly market rate units, but with a handful... Read more »
Equifax’s Work Number is too expensive and regulators should look into it: CHLA

Equifax’s Work Number is too expensive and regulators should look into it: CHLA

Equifax’s Work Number product is too expensive for consumers and the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) should potentially do something about it, an influential mortgage trade group... Read more »
NY Ranks 2nd Most Expensive MSA for Open Workspaces 

NY Ranks 2nd Most Expensive MSA for Open Workspaces 

Albany, NY, and Santa Maria, CA, boast the highest median rates for open workspaces at $250/month at the end of Q4 of 2023, with Santa Maria leading in dedicated desks at nearly $500/month, according... Read more »
Buyers can afford more expensive homes on the back of lower mortgage rates: Redfin

Buyers can afford more expensive homes on the back of lower mortgage rates: Redfin

Homebuyers are getting some relief in 2024 as mortgage rates recede from their 20-year high point of last October. A homebuyer with a $3,000 monthly budget has gained nearly $40,000 in purchasing... Read more »
Credit reports will be more expensive for mortgage lenders in 2024

Credit reports will be more expensive for mortgage lenders in 2024

Mortgage originators will pay more to access consumer credit reports in 2024, reigniting complaints from mortgage lenders and trade associations.  In 2024, Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO), the company that retains the rights to... Read more »
10 Most Expensive States to Live in the US (2023)

10 Most Expensive States to Live in the US (2023)

If you are planning to move to a different state in the US, you might want to consider the cost of living before you pack your bags. The cost of living refers... Read more »
Most Expensive Housing Markets in the US 2023

Most Expensive Housing Markets in the US 2023

The United States has a diverse housing market with varying prices depending on the state and region. For homebuyers, it’s important to be aware of the most expensive states to buy a... Read more »