A new survey from Houzz finds walk-in pantries and high-tech faucets are among the top trends. Kitchen storage is a…
Home prices will continue to rise amid strong buyer competition and low inventory, boosting sellers’ profits, realtor.com® researchers say. Buyer…
Rates have dropped more than 70 basis points in the past year, lowering monthly payments by about $160. Mortgage rates…
A manufacturing slowdown means consumers may be waiting months for new washing machines, refrigerators, and other household must-haves. Dishwashers, refrigerators,…
Borrowers need to consider whether to pay more up front to lower their interest rate. Mortgage borrowers often have a…
“We just won’t be able to meet the demand overnight,” an executive at one builder says. As home shoppers find…
Record low rates are likely to stick around for a while, NAR says. Mortgage rates inched up slightly this week…
As lengthy stay-at-home orders ease, consumers are eyeing home features that provide space and privacy. Households happy with their homes…
Total mortgage application volume fell by 5.1% from the previous week. Source: CNBC, Diana Olick (August 5, 2020)
KEY POINTS Mortgage applications to purchase a home were 2% lower last week than the previous week but a strong…