Impossibly high home prices are 'feudalizing' California as unaffordable housing markets pose existential threat to middle class, study says – JASON MA, Fortune

There are unaffordable housing markets, and then there are “impossibly unaffordable” markets, four of which are in California, a recent study said. The housing crisis represents an obstacle to upward mobility, and... Read more »
Housing demand firming up with lower mortgage rates

Housing demand firming up with lower mortgage rates

Housing demand is very seasonal, so the fact that our pending contract data is firming up lately just shows that lower mortgage rates have stabilized and firmed up demand recently. It will... Read more »
Veterans are largely unaware of housing grants for aging in place

Veterans are largely unaware of housing grants for aging in place

A majority of U.S. veterans are not aware of the fact they can qualify for grants from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to allow them to age in place, according... Read more »
Homebuyers are much more active than they were before, says Compass CEO Robert Reffkin

Homebuyers are much more active than they were before, says Compass CEO Robert Reffkin

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Robert Reffkin, Compass founder and CEO, joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss the state of the real estate market, impact... Read more »

Opponents of new Sacramento housing high-rise project along the American River Parkway file lawsuit – CAROLINA ESTRADA, KCRA 3 Sacramento

Sacramento Planning and Design Commissioners voted to move forward with a housing project that would bring hundreds of apartment units along the American River Parkway in the city’s River District. However, a... Read more »
A Game Changer for the Housing Market

A Game Changer for the Housing Market

Elon Musk’s introduction of $10,000 homes marks more than just an effort to provide cheaper housing options; it embodies a pioneering approach aimed at tackling one of society’s most pressing challenges: affordable... Read more »
Housing demand firming up with lower mortgage rates

FHA’s Julia Gordon reflects on housing successes, challenges at reverse mortgage conference

At the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) Annual Meeting and Expo in San Diego this week, Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Commissioner Julia Gordon addressed the assembled audience of reverse mortgage industry... Read more »
Housing demand firming up with lower mortgage rates

Is housing affordability improving? Two new reports say yes

Elevated mortgage rates have strained housing affordability for more than two years. With rates now falling — and more downward movement expected after the Federal Reserve‘s recent interest rate cut — two... Read more »
Signs of housing demand surge after interest rate cut

Signs of housing demand surge after interest rate cut

The question from the housing industry after the Federal Reserve’s half-point interest rate cut is simple — will this bring buyers back to the stalled housing market? A new report from Redfin... Read more »
Miami, Florida Housing Market Faces BIG Crash Risk

Miami, Florida Housing Market Faces BIG Crash Risk

The Miami, Florida housing market faces a significant crash risk, making it one of the most discussed topics among real estate enthusiasts and investors. As of 2024, Miami has been identified as the... Read more »