by Editor | Sep 16, 2025 | General News
By Alex Veiga Homebuyers are gaining leverage as sellers cut prices, offer concessions and listings linger, though affordability challenges keep sales near historic lows. LOS ANGELES — Skyrocketing housing values and a shortage of homes on the market gave homeowners...
by Editor | Sep 16, 2025 | General News
By Jeff Ostrowski A Fed rate cut is expected Sept. 17, but mortgage rates, shaped by investor demand and Treasury yields, could rise, steady or drop. WASHINGTON – Nearly everyone thinks the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week. That sentiment has...
by Editor | Sep 16, 2025 | General News
Builder sentiment remained unchanged in September. Lower mortgage rates and a possible Fed rate cut lifted future sales expectations, while more builders cut prices. WASHINGTON – Builder sentiment levels remained unchanged in September but lower mortgage rates and...
by Editor | Sep 15, 2025 | General News
With mortgage rates easing and home prices slowing, affordability has increased 3.1% YOY across the U.S. However, conditions remain well below pre-pandemic norms. NEW YORK – After years of challenges, housing affordability in the United States is showing slight...
by Editor | Sep 15, 2025 | General News
By Holden Lewis Mortgage rates fell to an 11-month low, prompting more refinancing. Experts urge caution if the break-even period to recoup costs is over two years. NEW YORK — Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level in 11 months. Already, some homeowners are...
