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Multifamily Developer Confidence Reflected Mixed Results in the Fourth Quarter
Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing reflected mixed results year-over-year in the fourth quarter, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today by the
Nearly 90% of Metro Areas Registered Home Price Gains in Fourth Quarter of 2024
Almost 90% of metro markets (201 out of 226, or 89%) experienced home price increases in the fourth quarter of 2024, as the 30-year fixed mortgage rate ranged from 6.12% to 6.85%,
Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Fourth Quarter of 2024
The delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one-to-four-unit residential properties increased to a seasonally adjusted rate of 3.98 percent of all loans outstanding at the end of the fourth
NAREB’S 2025 MID-WINTER CONFERENCE TO FEATURE DR. EGYPT SHERROD, HILL HARPER, CATRESE FIELDS ALSTON,...
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) proudly presents its 2025 Mid-Winter Conference, taking place February 22–26 at the Westin Fort Lauderdale. This year’s conference, themed "Navigating New Horizons," will empower real estate professionals with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to thrive in an evolving industry
FHFA House Price Index Up 0.3 Percent in November; Up 4.2 Percent from Previous...
U.S. house prices rose 0.3 percent in November, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) seasonally adjusted monthly House Price Index (HPI®). House prices rose 4.2
Limited Existing Inventory Provides a Boost for New Home Sales
A limited amount of existing inventory along with solid demand helped new home sales end the year on an up note, even as buyers continue to grapple with housing affordability challenges.
Share of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Decreases Slightly to 0.47% in December
The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) monthly Loan Monitoring Survey revealed that the total number of loans now in forbearance decreased by 3 basis points from 0.50% of servicers’
Flipping Houses 101: Tips for Success in the Real Estate Market
Flipping houses has quickly evolved from a specialized endeavor to a popular investment tactic. In order to make money through the acquisition, remodeling, and sale of real estate, it is now essential to comprehend the complexities of real estate market dynamics.
Housing Starts End 2024 on an Up Note
Fueled by solid demand, single-family construction moved higher in December despite several headwinds facing the industry, including high mortgage rates, elevated financing costs for builders and a lack of buildable lots.
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 8.9 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for December 2024 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 8.9 percent
WSSC Water Commissioners Approve Second Temporary Water Bill Amnesty Program to Assist Customers
WSSC Water Commissioners today unanimously approved a second temporary water bill amnesty program to help income-
Pending Home Sales Moved Up 2.2% in November, Fourth Straight Month of Increases
Pending home sales gained 2.2% in November – the fourth consecutive month of increases and the highest level since February 2023 – according to the National Association of
FHFA Releases 3rd Quarter 2024 Foreclosure Prevention and Refinance Report
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today released its third quarter 2024 Foreclosure Prevention and Refinance Report. The report shows that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the
MBA Statement on FHFA and Treasury Amendments to the Preferred Stock Purchase Agreements
MBA’s President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, issued the following statement on today’s Federal Housing Finance Agency
Single-Family Starts Post Solid Gain in November as Multifamily Falters
Ongoing lean levels of single-family existing home inventory helped to boost single-family production last month, while overall housing production fell because of a double-digit percentage drop
National Association of Realtors® Unveils 10 Top Housing Hot Spots for 2025
The National Association of Realtors® today announced 10 top hot spots for the 2025 housing market based on economic, demographic and housing factors predicted to significantly impact
Mortgage Credit Availability Decreased in November
Mortgage credit availability decreased in November according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
Increased Construction in Low Density Areas is the New Status Quo
More residential construction is occurring in low density suburbs and outlying areas because of several factors that affect housing affordability, including the continued lack of buildable lots, higher
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT INCREASES BY 10,000 JOBS IN NOVEMBER WITH MODERATE GAINS IN BOTH RESIDENTIAL...
Contractors Continue to Hire Workers as Association Urges Incoming Trump Administration to Accelerate Federal Reviews so
Pending Home Sales Climbed 2.0% in October, Third Straight Month of Gains
Pending home sales ascended in October – the third consecutive month of increases – according to the National Association of REALTORS®. All four major U.S. regions experienced month-over-
