Redfin launches new homebuyer refund program

Redfin launches new homebuyer refund program

Redfin is back to offering refunds to homebuyers but this time under a new name. Launched on Thursday, the brokerage’s Sign & Save program provides buyers who sign up to work with... Read more »
Three in four baby boomers don’t use homebuyer resources

Three in four baby boomers don’t use homebuyer resources

Nearly three in four baby boomers aren’t using resources that would help them achieve or maintain homeownership status, according to survey data released Tuesday by nonprofit group NeighborWorks America. About 10,000 Americans... Read more »
Illinois homebuyer files commission lawsuit against @properties

Illinois homebuyer files commission lawsuit against @properties

With four commission lawsuits in play, Illinois currently holds the title for the most commission lawsuits in one state. In addition to the long running Moehrl commission lawsuit, as well as the... Read more »
It’s really tough to be a homebuyer in Seattle

It’s really tough to be a homebuyer in Seattle

If you’re hoping to buy a home in Seattle, be prepared for rejection. A lot of it. Homes frequently sell for well over asking and receive multiple offers. “For buyers, we are... Read more »
Housing authorities and lenders added 54 homebuyer assistance programs in Q3: report

Housing authorities and lenders added 54 homebuyer assistance programs in Q3: report

A total of 2,256 homebuyer assistance programs are available in the U.S. housing market after 54 programs were added in the third quarter, according to Down Payment Resource (DPR), a homebuyer assistance... Read more »