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California, Illinois, New York City and Parts of Florida Home to Majority of ‘At-Risk’ Housing Markets
A new report from ATTOM Data spotlights areas of the country that are vulnerable to decline based on affordability and equity measures gathered during Q4 2024. The report found that California, Illinois, New York City and parts of Florida were at the highest risk for the measured time period, with less vulnerable markets clustered in… […]
CoreLogic Indicates Continued Growth in Home Prices, Particularly in the Midwest
Home prices have seen a moderate month-over-month rise, accompanying a more pronounced year-over-year rise, according to the latest Home Price Insights (HPI) report from CoreLogic. The report states that home prices rose nationally from November 2023 to November 2024 at a rate of 3.4%. Month-over-month, home prices saw a 0.6% rise from October to November,… […]
CENTURY 21 Debuts ‘Joy of Home’ Global Campaign
Century 21 Real Estate LLC has unveiled its new global campaign, The Joy of Home. The multi-faceted media campaign—which will span social and digital media, in addition to two iconic Times Square billboards—leans into a more humanized message that celebrates what today’s home buyers are prioritizing: community, connection and a deeper sense of joy. As… […]
Trends in Housing Affordability: Who Can Currently Afford to Buy a Home?
With mortgage rates recently falling below 6.5%, there has been an improvement in housing affordability. www.nar.realtor – Research
Pending Home Sales Up 2% in October; All 4 U.S. Regions Record Gains
Pending home sales ascended in October, the third consecutive month of increases, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). All four major U.S. regions experienced month-over-month gains in transactions, with the Northeast leading the way. Year-over-year, contract signings increased in all four U.S. regions, led by the West. The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI),… […]
Pending Home Sales Dropped 5.5% in July
Compared to one year ago, pending home sales increased in the Northeast but decreased in the Midwest, South and West. www.nar.realtor – Research
Understanding the Home Mortgage Payoff Process: A Complete Guide
Paying off a mortgage is a momentous financial achievement. It can happen during the process of selling a home or before. During a sale, homeowners often ask me when they should stop paying a mortgage. My guide will walk you through the entire process, from understanding your mortgage terms to updating your records. I will… […]