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May 9, 2026 4:45 AM
— Housing Market
CrossCountry sweetens Two Harbors offer to $12 a share, matching UWM
The article provides insights about current trends and fluctuations in the housing market, highlighting factors that are influencing home prices, demand for housing, and the overall economy's impact on real estate. It discusses the role of mortgage rates in shaping buyer behavior and the financing landscape, suggesting that changes in rates may lead to shifts in market dynamics.
May 8, 2026 12:55 PM
— Housing Market
For solutions to the housing affordability crisis, we need to use every tool available
The article discusses the use of a security service by a website to protect against malicious bots, indicating that a verification process is in place to ensure users are not automated programs.
Apr 28, 2026 5:30 AM
— Housing Market
Real estate divides: Strong demand clashes with high mortgage rates
Jenna Stauffer from Sotheby’s International Realty discusses the increasing demand for housing despite elevated mortgage rates. She analyzes potential implications of the Federal Reserve's next actions on the market and warns that New York City's tax policies could negatively impact the luxury real estate market.
Apr 22, 2026 12:32 PM
— Housing Market
D.R. Horton, NVR, Taylor Morrison, M/I Homes earnings recap for mortgage lenders
Major U.S. homebuilders reported significant year-over-year declines in net income for the period ended March 31. The war in the Middle East is exacerbating challenges faced by the construction industry, such as elevated mortgage rates, labor constraints, and higher material prices. Despite a period of lower rates, the pace of applications and closings on new construction has fallen, with average ... more
Apr 22, 2026 5:31 AM
— Housing Market
Homebuying in America: She wants her son to be able to say, “I grew up here”
The article discusses how the path to homeownership is getting longer, with the median first-time homebuyer age being 40. It highlights the importance of prioritizing immediate financial goals ahead of a mortgage and taking a disciplined approach to ownership. The story follows Asia Ore, a widow and new mother, who is focusing on managing her student loans before saving for a down payment to buy a... more
Apr 21, 2026 10:32 AM
— Housing Market
Pending home sales climb 1.5% in March as pent-up demand defies high mortgage rates
Pending home sales in the United States rose 1.5% in March despite elevated mortgage rates. The increase is seen as a result of pent-up housing demand, but a lack of affordable housing inventory has contributed to a decline compared to the previous year. Builders are encouraged to focus on constructing smaller, more moderately priced homes to attract first-time and younger buyers.
Apr 20, 2026 9:30 AM
— Housing Market
Home sellers outnumber homebuyers in low-demand market
Homebuyers are not lining up this spring, with an estimated 1.39 million buyers in the market last month, close to the low seen at the start of the pandemic. Buyer numbers have dropped compared to March 2025, while sellers have slightly increased. The housing market is currently favoring buyers in more areas, with only a few sellers' markets remaining. Home prices in certain regions are on the ris... more
Apr 19, 2026 8:30 AM
— Housing Market
Weekly pending home sales show yearly growth as mortgage rates fall
Weekly pending sales increased compared to the previous year, along with higher inventory and new listings. Mortgage rates moved closer to 6.25%, but the rebound in housing data appears to be more seasonal than rate-driven.
Apr 18, 2026 4:33 AM
— Housing Market
America’s housing shortage stems from more than overregulation, Fed report finds
A St. Louis Fed paper highlights the factors contributing to the chronic underbuilding in the U.S. housing market, including permit trends, shrinking household size, and delays from permits to completions. Burdensome regulations, labor shortages, land constraints, and rising costs are also identified as causes.
Apr 17, 2026 4:32 PM
— Housing Market
HOA liens have surged amid rising owner costs
Homeowners associations filed a large number of liens in 2025, indicating growing consumer financial stress, particularly in certain regions. Developers like D.R. Horton Inc., Lennar Corp., and KB Home missed expectations due to conflict in the Middle East. Some borrowers applied for cash-out refis due to misleading bank marketing. Litigations are rising, with concentrates in Florida, California, ... more
Apr 15, 2026 1:32 PM
— Housing Market
Typical mortgage payments breach $2,000 mark amid persistent ‘lock-in’ effect
The average monthly mortgage payment for U.S. homeowners reached a record high of $2,005 in the fourth quarter of 2025, showing a 44% increase in four years. Many existing homeowners have low interest rates, discouraging them from moving. Despite rising mortgage rates, the real estate market shows signs of energy in spring 2026.
Apr 15, 2026 1:30 AM
— Housing Market
If you bought a home recently, you had some of the worst timing in decades
Aaron Solomon and his wife delayed purchasing a home due to high prices in 2022 and resumed their search in 2024 despite rising mortgage rates. They eventually bought a $1 million home in New Jersey, increasing their monthly payments significantly. New homeowners across the US are spending more of their income on housing compared to previous homeowners due to high prices, interest rates, and other... more
Apr 14, 2026 9:34 PM
— Housing Market
Navigating housing affordability and a rising recession risk: Top economists’ takes on a gummed-up economy
The housing market started the year with mortgage rates falling, but due to inflation and the war in Iran, mortgage rates have climbed in recent weeks. The risk of recession has increased, impacting the job market. Despite rising costs and economic headwinds, economists predict 30-year fixed mortgage rates to fall by the end of the year. Home sales are slowing due to rising rates, but new construc... more
Apr 14, 2026 4:34 PM
— Housing Market
Third Point exits CoStar, ending its activist investor push
Third Point, a hedge fund and activist investor, has sold its shares in CoStar Group, ending its campaign seeking board changes and strategic alternatives for Homes.com. CoStar reaffirmed its 2026 revenue growth outlook, while Homes.com is not expected to be profitable until 2030.
Apr 14, 2026 4:33 PM
— Housing Market
Why is housing inventory growth slowing down in 2026?
Housing inventory has risen from record lows to 1.36 million, approaching a more normal range. Mortgage rates are mostly above 6.50%, causing year-over-year inventory growth to slow. The housing market is expected to reach around 1.52 million total active listings, which is considered normal according to the National Association of Realtors. The market may need more demand weakness or new listings... more
Apr 14, 2026 4:32 PM
— Housing Market
New-home mortgage demand explodes in March
In March, new-home purchase mortgage applications were 11% higher than a year ago and 26% higher than February, reaching the highest level since 2012. The increase in applications was attributed to buyers' reactions to rising mortgage rates and economic uncertainty. Government-insured mortgages made up more than 50% of new-home purchase applications for the third consecutive month, as affordabilit... more
Apr 14, 2026 2:34 PM
— Housing Market
Average new mortgage payments dip to $1,942, but Gen Z buyers feel the squeeze
The average monthly payment on a new U.S. mortgage decreased slightly to $1,942 in 2025, but 1 in 4 new borrowers are still spending at least 30% of their income on housing costs. Younger buyers, particularly Generation Z, are facing higher payment burdens. California metros have the highest payments, while affordable markets in the Midwest and South saw payment increases. Despite some declines, a... more
Apr 14, 2026 12:39 PM
— Housing Market
SERHANT. launches in five California luxury markets
SERHANT. is expanding into California with operations based in Beverly Hills and launching across Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, San Francisco, and Tahoe. The recruited agents closed more than $2 billion in sales over the past 12 months, marking the company's largest market launch by sales volume. The firm focuses on an 'agent-first' model and will be led by managing director Ezra Leyton i... more
Apr 14, 2026 8:33 AM
— Housing Market
The appraisal gap in 2026
Real estate valuations in 2026 are facing challenges due to outdated historical data, climate events, fewer comparable properties, geographic shifts, and the limitations of Automated Valuation Models (AVMs). Appraisal gaps are becoming more common, leading to longer lock-up periods and an increased rate of deals falling through. Lenders are advised to build appraisal risk into loan structures, imp... more
Apr 13, 2026 8:33 PM
— Housing Market
What 10 years of data reveals about 2026 housing market signals
The article discusses how the housing market tends to follow a recognizable sequence of events over a 10-year period, focusing on pricing, buyer behavior, and market friction. It explains that housing markets do not shift all at once but instead go through cycles where sellers push prices higher until buyer behavior weakens, causing the market to reset. The current market is in negotiation with a ... more
Apr 13, 2026 9:32 AM
— Housing Market
US home sales fall in March, marking a slow start to the spring homebuying season
Sales of previously owned homes in the U.S. fell in March, marking the slowest pace in nine months, despite easing mortgage rates. Home prices increased, setting an all-time high. However, economic uncertainty and mortgage rate fluctuations are clouding the outlook for the housing market. Lawrence Yun of the NAR lowered his 2026 sales forecast due to rising mortgage rates. The market is facing sha... more
Apr 13, 2026 9:30 AM
— Housing Market
US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears
The US housing market is struggling due to higher mortgage rates caused by the US-Israeli war in Iran. Sales of existing homes hit a nine-month low in March, with limited supply pushing up prices. Consumer confidence dropped, and the job market weakened. The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the cost of petrol, household energy bills, and food. Mortgage rates have been rising, and several a... more
Apr 13, 2026 7:31 AM
— Housing Market
US existing home sales drop to nine-month low in March amid tight supply
U.S. existing home sales dropped to a nine-month low in March due to tight inventory, concerns over the labor market, and increased mortgage rates following the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. The NAR chief economist mentioned that additional inventory would help the market, and the labor market has been weak. Mortgage rates have risen, impacting housing affordability and causing the NAR to lower its ... more
Apr 12, 2026 8:33 AM
— Housing Market
Is housing inventory about to turn negative year over year?
The article discusses how hard year-over-year comparisons and a lower 2026 rate curve have slowed inventory growth in the housing market. Mortgage spreads have improved, keeping rates below 7%. The author predicts the possibility of negative year-over-year inventory in 2026 due to these factors.
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