Global Tensions Lift Mortgage Rates

Global Tensions Lift Mortgage Rates

By Alex Veiga The average 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.11% and the 15-year to 5.5% on market volatility pushing borrowing costs higher as the spring homebuying season begins. WASHINGTON – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose again this week, reflecting...
Key Trends Could Shape Housing’s Future

Key Trends Could Shape Housing’s Future

By Amy Connolly Builders highlight demographic changes, remote work and aging homes as key forces that could influence housing demand and construction for years to come. WASHINGTON — A new housing industry analysis identifies several long-term economic, demographic...

Spring Listing Moves That Attract Higher Offers

By Cheyenne Wiseman Spring sellers may boost sale prices with a few early decisions. Real estate pros can help shape pricing, timing and presentation before listings hit the market. NEW YORK – Every spring, thousands of homeowners list with the same goal: Sell quickly...
Digital Fatigue Drives New Online Habits

Digital Fatigue Drives New Online Habits

As consumers continue to limit notifications and unsubscribing from emails to offset digital fatigue, businesses are focusing on fewer, more relevant messages. NEW YORK – Growing concerns about digital fatigue is changing how users interact with online platforms, with...
Inflation Data Could Guide Fed’s Next Move

Inflation Data Could Guide Fed’s Next Move

By Orphe Divounguy Housing reports arrive this week, but inflation data may decide what happens next with mortgage rates, Fed policy and the housing market. WASHINGTON — This week’s economic calendar includes several important housing reports, including existing home...
National Existing-Home Sales Rose in February

National Existing-Home Sales Rose in February

Across the U.S., activity edged higher while the South posted a year-over-year gain as affordability improved for the eighth month. WASHINGTON — Existing-home sales increased by 1.7% month-over-month in February, according to the National Association of Realtors®...