Mortgage Rates Just Jumped, but 2 Emerging Housing Trends Are Great News for Buyers

Mortgage Rates Just Jumped, but 2 Emerging Housing Trends Are Great News for Buyers

The Federal Reserve has a new chair, but mortgage rates moved in the wrong direction this week. Even so, a review of the spring housing market reveals genuine green shoots—and a clear... Read more »
Wynwood’s Answer to Miami’s 400% Condo Markups

Wynwood’s Answer to Miami’s 400% Condo Markups

In a city where new construction could come with a hefty 400% markup compared with existing homes, one developer is betting on “attainable luxury” with a musical twist. The Rider is bringing... Read more »
Why Homebuyers Are Finding Relief Despite ‘Inflation Contagion’

Why Homebuyers Are Finding Relief Despite ‘Inflation Contagion’

Your paycheck may be growing, but “inflation contagion” is eating up those gains—and then some. Despite some frustrating macro headlines, there are real silver linings in the housing market worth paying attention... Read more »
The K Reason a New Home Might Be Cheaper Than an Old One

The $25K Reason a New Home Might Be Cheaper Than an Old One

New-construction homes often come with higher sticker prices, but a new analysis from Realtor.com® suggests they can be cheaper to own over time—potentially flipping the math for house hunters. Nationally, buyers of... Read more »
Newly Built Urban Homes Carry a Massive Price Premium of Up to 300%

Newly Built Urban Homes Carry a Massive Price Premium of Up to 300%

If you’re looking for a newly built home in the city, there are typically fewer options than in the suburbs. Suburban building dominates the current market for new homes, with only 10%... Read more »
Home Construction Rebounds in March, But Worries Persist

Home Construction Rebounds in March, But Worries Persist

Construction activity on single-family homes notched a swift uptick in March, as home builders experienced better weather. The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and... Read more »