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 »
Despite economic uncertainty and the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran, the spring housing market continues to gain surprising traction, buoyed by a surge in fresh listings and contract signings. ... Read more »
If you’re hoping to buy a home or refinance, the news isn’t exactly jumping for joy today. As of this morning, according to the latest data from Zillow, the average rate for... Read more »
Just as the spring homebuying season was set to kick off, the market seemingly opened its doors: Inventory was up year over year, list prices had cooled from recent highs, and mortgage... Read more »
As we navigate the peak spring homebuying season, the economic backdrop remains characterized by a persistent “cloudy” outlook. While geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have injected a fresh dose of volatility... Read more »
The housing market is finally showing signs of the seasonal vitality we’ve been waiting for. After a stubborn climb through much of March, mortgage rates pivoted in April, dipping to 6.23% this... Read more »
After an uncertain start to the spring housing season, conditions may be aligning in favor of buyers. According to the Realtor.com® economic research team’s latest weekly market update, new listings are surging,... Read more »
Spring has finally sprung, coinciding with a busy home-selling season. This year, the best week to sell your house is just around the corner. While home sellers get busy prepping the inside... Read more »
As the war in Iran continues on, it’s placing economic uncertainty on homebuyers navigating the spring selling season. Despite that, there’s been an uptick in market pace, according to the Realtor.com® Weekly... Read more »
Mortgage Rates Surge as Spring Selling Season Approaches—Here’s What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know
Mortgage rates jumped 16 basis points last week, their largest single-week increase in nearly a year, putting additional pressure on homebuyers already navigating a challenging market. The three-week climb marks the steepest... Read more »