In the current housing market, a widening gap is evident between those who possess assets and those who do not. The average homebuyer encounters increasing affordability difficulties as property prices escalate and available listings stay constrained. Adding to the pressure, Read More …
The global sell-off in the bond market is impacting the housing market, as US mortgage rates have surged to their highest level of the year. That is exerting new pressure on home buyers and homeowners seeking to refinance. The average Read More …
Just a few years ago, San Francisco epitomised the national narrative of post-pandemic urban decline. Now, propelled by the surge in artificial intelligence, the Golden City and its surrounding areas are rapidly emerging as the most sought-after housing market in Read More …
Home shoppers anticipating an improvement in affordability as the spring homebuying season concludes may face yet another disappointment. The conflict with Iran and the subsequent inflation surge have resulted in persistently elevated mortgage rates, while renewed concerns regarding the Federal Read More …
A landmark housing affordability bill is on its way to President Donald Trump’s desk following significant backing in Congress this week, paving the way for the most comprehensive federal housing initiative in a generation. The bill seeks to address the Read More …
Americans in the housing market experienced a favourable development this week as mortgage rates declined slightly. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate decreased to 6.47% this week, a decline from 6.52% the previous week, which was close to the year’s Read More …
Turmoil in the bond market, driven by the conflict with Iran, is pushing US mortgage rates upward and posing a risk of increasing the cost of home purchases. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 6.51% this week, marking the Read More …
A significant housing affordability package advanced towards legislative approval on Wednesday, having garnered bipartisan support in the House of Representatives. The measure is a revised iteration of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which successfully passed through the Senate Read More …
The conflict in the Middle East, coupled with the economic uncertainty it has generated, is overshadowing what is typically the peak season for home sales, resulting in a reduced number of buyers for some sellers. The ongoing conflict with Iran Read More …
Average US mortgage rates have risen for the fifth consecutive week, resulting in increased costs for homebuyers compared to just a few weeks prior to the onset of conflict with Iran. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased to 6.46% Read More …
