Why Most First-Time Homebuyers Are Skipping Starter Houses for ‘Forever Homes’

Why Most First-Time Homebuyers Are Skipping Starter Houses for ‘Forever Homes’

First-time homebuyers are increasingly bypassing smaller, more affordable starter homes, opting instead to wait for their “forever home” and avoid the hassle of having to upgrade later in life.   Sixty-five percent... Read more »
75% of homebuyers expect AI in the mortgage process

75% of homebuyers expect AI in the mortgage process

75% of homebuyers expect AI in the mortgage process Skip to content © 2006-2026 HW Media, LLC. All rights reserved.Powered by WordPress VIP What’s New? Updated 3 minutes ago LatestYour Feed Source... Read more »
Lubbock Realtors adds Gitcha buyer listing service to MLS

Lubbock Realtors adds Gitcha buyer listing service to MLS

Lubbock Realtors adds Gitcha buyer listing service to MLS Skip to content © 2006-2026 HW Media, LLC. All rights reserved.Powered by WordPress VIP What’s New? Updated 3 minutes ago LatestYour Feed Source... Read more »
Nearly 1 in 2 home listings cut prices in Florida, Arizona

Nearly 1 in 2 home listings cut prices in Florida, Arizona

Nearly 1 in 2 home listings cut prices in Florida, Arizona Skip to content © 2006-2026 HW Media, LLC. All rights reserved.Powered by WordPress VIP What’s New? Updated 2 minutes ago Your... Read more »

Congress Pitches Expanding Farm Credit System To Help Rural Homebuyers

A new bipartisan bill would expand the eligibility of the Farm Credit System so that it can help millions more people in more small towns buy homes. Senate Bill 4182 would amend... Read more »
America’s Oldest Homes Are Found in These 3 Cities: The Double Burden Facing Today’s Homebuyers

America’s Oldest Homes Are Found in These 3 Cities: The Double Burden Facing Today’s Homebuyers

Homeowners living in some of America’s oldest homes are facing a double burden as the housing stock continues to age. From 2000 to 2024, the median age of U.S. homes has risen... Read more »
Homebuyer affordability improves in February

Homebuyer affordability improves in February

“Homebuyer affordability saw a modest improvement in February, as slightly lower mortgage rates helped ease monthly payment burdens despite a small uptick in loan sizes. The February PAPI declined over the month... Read more »
Mortgage rates rise as Treasury yields hit 8-month high

Mortgage rates rise as Treasury yields hit 8-month high

The sharp upward movement in rates in a short period is eye-catching, but mortgage professionals say there’s no reason to panic as market conditions remain relatively healthy and affordable. ‘Natural, balanced market’... Read more »
New Homebuyers Are Paying a Record ‘Entry Fee’ To Own a Home

New Homebuyers Are Paying a Record ‘Entry Fee’ To Own a Home

It’s not secret that housing is expensive, but what’s less apparent is the widening financial gap between existing homeowners and those looking to gain a foothold in the market.  Since the COVID-19... Read more »
I have an idea to help first-time homebuyers

I have an idea to help first-time homebuyers

Over the past several months, former President Donald Trump has floated a number of ideas aimed at helping Americans buy homes again. Among them are proposals such as 50-year mortgages and other... Read more »