The unique culture of beach towns has an almost magical appeal to many homebuyers. But what happens if that slice of salty paradise happens to be a hurricane zone too? Your house could be at risk of suffering serious damage. How can you decide whether it’s worth it to buy in a hurricane zone? HereRead …
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Homeowners are expanding and upgrading their bathrooms, with 1 in 5 opting for more space and more luxurious design features, according to the 2023 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study. Roughly 3 in 5 bathrooms were larger than 100 square feet thanks to renovations that stole space from closets, bedrooms, or hallways, Realtor.com reports. Median spendingRead …
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Despite rising mortgage rates and home prices chipping away at housing affordability across the U.S., Realtor.com reports that a number of local real estate markets are still accessible to budget-conscious buyers, with the majority of single-family homes priced at $250,000 or less. These markets are primarily located in the Midwest and the South, with theRead …
US Metros Where You Can Still Find Affordably Priced Homes Read More »
After lighting up the MLS with Inter Miami, Argentinian futbol great Lionel Messi has made a big move—this time, off the pitch. The man widely considered soccer’s GOAT has found a home in South Florida, as he attempts to vault his new squad into the playoff race. Messi paid $10.8 million for his new waterfrontRead …
Lionel Messi scores luxe waterfront estate in Fort Lauderdale for $10.8 million Read More »
As high mortgage rates continue to hamper homebuyers in the real estate market, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that mortgage applications have fallen to their lowest point since 1996 during the week ending Sept. 8. Even for those buyers who can manage today’s 7% rates, finding available housing remains a significant challenge, according toRead …
MBA Reports Lowest Number of Homebuyers in the Market Since 1996 Read More »
After exceeding the 7% threshold in August, mortgage rates are at their highest point in two decades, and that affordability obstacle is leading to what economists are calling an “inventory crunch.” The total number of U.S. homes for sale fell 7.9% year-over-year in August, as a growing share of would-be sellers decided to stay inRead …
A Look Into What’s Causing the Lack of Housing Inventory Read More »
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city house-price index increased 0.9% on a monthly basis in June, the fourth straight month of home price gains. Chicago, Cleveland, and New York saw the most significant year-over-year increases, with prices up 4.2%, 4.1%, and 3.4%, respectively. While regional markets in the Northeast continued to see strong demand and risingRead …
These Metros Saw the Largest Home Price Increases in June Read More »
The most recent S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index, released today, drew concern among some of the nation’s leading economists for the past several weeks, particularly those keeping a close eye on the housing market. But while some housing experts feared the report would signal an impending market crash, the reality is more optimistic, according to Realtor.com.Read …
June S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index Reveals Market Strength Read More »
