by Editor | Apr 18, 2025 | General News
By Gary M. Singer To ensure a family member keeps a co-owned vacation home, consider joint tenancy with right of survivorship and create a co-ownership agreement. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: I am buying a vacation home with one of my children, and we will take...
by Editor | Apr 18, 2025 | General News
By Michael Dinich Four in five U.S. homeowners see their home as part of themselves, with millennials most likely to prioritize style and outdoor space, a new survey finds. NEW YORK — Four in five homeowners see their home as an extension of themselves, according to...
by Editor | Apr 17, 2025 | General News
By Alex Veiga The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.83% from 6.62% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages increased to 6.03% from 5.82%. WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. climbed to its highest level in eight weeks, a...
by Editor | Apr 17, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly NAR’s latest guide helps buyers navigate land purchases, construction loans and building a custom home, providing valuable insights and tools for informed decisions. ORLANDO, Fla. — Homebuyers looking to customize their space and incorporate...
by Editor | Apr 17, 2025 | General News
March housing starts fell 11.4% to a 1.32M pace amid higher rates and costs, while permits rose 1.6%, suggesting continued interest in future building. WASHINGTON — Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs...
