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These are the 20 hottest ZIP codes of 2024. Check out the rankings for the median home prices and days on market in thes...
07/04/2025

These are the 20 hottest ZIP codes of 2024. Check out the rankings for the median home prices and days on market in these areas.

Gahanna, Ohio was the hottest ZIP code for the second consecutive year.

"While tariffs continue to pose an upside risk to inflation, particularly as the deadline for a 90-day tariff pause expi...
07/03/2025

"While tariffs continue to pose an upside risk to inflation, particularly as the deadline for a 90-day tariff pause expires on July 9, market narrative has focused on a cooling economy instead," said Zillow economist Kara Ng.

The 10 basis point decline in the 30-year fixed mortgage was the most since March and the first time rates are below 6.7% since April, Freddie Mac said.

“While inventory is improving, supply is tight for young house hunters looking for family homes, especially in suburban ...
07/02/2025

“While inventory is improving, supply is tight for young house hunters looking for family homes, especially in suburban areas where homes priced like starter homes — yet large enough for families — are scarce,” Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather said.

Previous predictions of a "silver tsunami" that might add essential housing supply are ebbing as senior citizens see benefits of aging in place, Redfin said.

BREAKING! The U.S. federal housing director has ramped up his critiques in recent weeks, calling the Federal Reserve cha...
07/02/2025

BREAKING! The U.S. federal housing director has ramped up his critiques in recent weeks, calling the Federal Reserve chairman a “moron” in regard to his assessment of rising inflation.

The chairman and regulator of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pointed to Jermone Powell's recent testimony about renovations to the Federal Reserve's headquarters.

Around two-thirds of Americans view tariffs as a concern although the majority currently feel good about their overall f...
07/02/2025

Around two-thirds of Americans view tariffs as a concern although the majority currently feel good about their overall financial position, according to a report from TransUnion.

Despite increased concerns about tariffs and inflation, 55% of Americans feel upbeat about their fiscal future, according to TransUnion.

“We’re seeing a pattern where scammers strike fewer victims — but extract more value from each success,” said Rajeev Kum...
07/02/2025

“We’re seeing a pattern where scammers strike fewer victims — but extract more value from each success,” said Rajeev Kumar of BackOffice Pro.

Real estate players disclosed losses in 12% of incidents, and the average financial hit was $16,829, according to data from the past decade.

One CEO earned $26 million in 2024, a 665% increase from the year before. The executive began the role in mid-2023, whic...
06/27/2025

One CEO earned $26 million in 2024, a 665% increase from the year before. The executive began the role in mid-2023, which may explain the sharp increase in pay.

Notable changes in executive compensation at public IMBs heavily relied on stock awards received that year.

A new report from ICE offers positive news for people looking to buy a home this year. Supply is finally starting to cat...
06/27/2025

A new report from ICE offers positive news for people looking to buy a home this year. Supply is finally starting to catch up with demand in cities throughout the South and West, causing prices to soften – and, in some cases, fall.

Steady construction and weaker demand caused the first seasonally-adjusted dip in home values since 2022, signaling a move into a buyer's market.

"This gives independent mortgage brokers a significant competitive advantage both with their clients and real estate age...
06/26/2025

"This gives independent mortgage brokers a significant competitive advantage both with their clients and real estate agents this purchase season," said United Wholesale Mortgage CEO Mat Ishbia.

The wholesaler, which provides 2% down payment assistance as part of the program, previously offered it until May 2024, when it was replaced by a 0% down loan.

"Borrowers should find comfort in the stability of mortgage rates, which have only fluctuated within a narrow 15-basis p...
06/26/2025

"Borrowers should find comfort in the stability of mortgage rates, which have only fluctuated within a narrow 15-basis point range since mid-April," said Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater.

The 30-year fixed rate mortgage is below 6.8% for the first time since May as the 10-year Treasury moved lower with the headlines of the past week.

As mortgage rates remain elevated, refinancing and FHA loans made up a bigger part of the market last week, according to...
06/25/2025

As mortgage rates remain elevated, refinancing and FHA loans made up a bigger part of the market last week, according to a new survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Mortgage applications rose 1.1% last week, with borrowers most interested in FHA loans and refinancing.

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