Housing Wire

APRIL 21, 2025

home sellers offered concessions to buyers in near-record numbers during the first quarter of 2025 as rising housing costs , high mortgage rates and growing economic uncertainty continued to reshape the real estate landscape. According to a new report from Redfin , 44.4% Thats up from 39.3% at the start of 2023. Thats up from 39.3%

Seller concession

Housing Wire

MAY 21, 2025

Even the term affordable feels like a relic of the past, said Jake Vehige, president of mortgage lending at Neighbors Bank , who authored a recent report that analyzes housing conditions in rural counties with populations of less than 20,000. Another challenge is access to mortgage lending services. Rural areas of the U.S.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

Rich Bradford, broker associate with The Bradford Team at RE/MAX One Realty in Haddonfield, New Jersey, said the results for his local market could be even better if so many potential sellers werent locked in by low mortgage rates. These properties also attracted two to four times as many views per listing as the typical U.S.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2025

Pandemic-era growth unsustainable Cape Coral saw a meteoric rise in home prices during the COVID-19 pandemic — driven by remote work, low mortgage rates and a migration wave from northern states. “The state also has had a lot of new insurers entering the market, and people are actually getting lower quotes. .

Agents

Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2025

Todays new construction report from the Census Bureau showed month-to-month growth in housing starts, but falling housing permits. However, employment for residential construction workers hasnt fallen at all, even with the decline in housing starts and permits. What’s going on? This is 11.2 percent (15.7 percent (13.0

Construction

Housing Wire

JANUARY 15, 2025

The resulting housing market crash and the Great Recession led policymakers to overcorrect by tightening mortgage lending standards and limiting funds for new construction. The first is to shorten the lag time for creating new homes by anticipating demand over the next five years.

Lending

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In this HousingWire Executive Conversation, Tom Davis, Chief Sales Officer at Deephaven , discusses the opportunities in the non-QM investor loan space as we head into the new year. Davis also highlights Deephaven’s edge in products like their Ground-Up Construction and Fix-and-Flip products, offering originators essential tools and training.

New Construction

Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2025

New-home sales have been a bright spot in housing markets across the country that have been struggling for years with high mortgage rates and low inventory. But the benefits of newly built homes are spread unevenly, as markets in the South tend to have more construction than other regions.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 17, 2025

For Buyers , Home Prices , First-Time Buyers , Mortgage Rates , Move-Up , New Construction , Rent vs. Buy , Inventory , Affordability , Buying Tips Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? Learn more!

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

He also pointed to low mortgage rates as another positive for homeowners. Simonsen: I’ve talked about “the great stay” and how the labor market parallels the housing market, where I’m not leaving my mortgage because I’ve got a good mortgage. But ultimately, the big lever here is mortgage rates.

New Construction

Housing Wire

JANUARY 17, 2025

This means more homes on the market and more options for home buyers, which is good news for a housing market that has been underbuilt for over a decade, Odeta Kushi , First Americans deputy chief economist, said in a statement. While economists are happy with the level of construction in 2024, they say there is still work to be done.

Construction

Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

The price gap between new and existing homes fell to a record low in the second quarter of 2025 — making newly built properties a more affordable option for many buyers, according to Realtor.com ’s quarterly new construction report released Thursday. The nationwide premium for new homes dropped to 7.8% to $418,300.

New Construction

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

More than 560,000 new units are needed to meet all the demand by 2030, but only 191,000 will be added at current development rates, according to data service NIC MAP. Adding to the potential shortage in years ahead are stubbornly high mortgage rates and tariffs that could slow new construction. million nationwide.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 7, 2025

That’s according to the latest Mortgage Monitor report from ICE Mortgage Technology. An early look at March data from the enhanced ICE Home Price Index (HPI) shows that home prices are softening across the country, which ICE says is largely driven by stabilized mortgage rates , which have been holding around 6.6%-6.7%

FHA loan

Housing Wire

JUNE 16, 2025

This new regulation creates a fairer, more even playing field for buyers and sellers, and HLC is proud to implement yet another smart policy from the historic Affordable Homes Act.” It also prevents sellers from accepting offers if they are informed in advance that the buyer intends to forgo an inspection.

Inspection

Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2025

The importance of this acquisition The housing market is undergoing a transformation, with new home construction playing a pivotal role. The importance of this acquisition The housing market is undergoing a transformation, with new home construction playing a pivotal role. John coined the phrase “Build to Lead.

Construction

Housing Wire

JULY 28, 2025

But housing markets across New England appear to be bucking the trend. Six top New England markets Realtor.com listed six New England metros in its top-10 hottest markets for June 2025, with Springfield, Mass. with two New Hampshire cities, Concord and Manchester, rounding out the top-5. have been sluggish.”

Marketing

Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2025

But increased activity in residential construction , particularly in the South, is helping to alleviate affordability challenges in certain regions, according to ananalysis from First American Financial Corp. This construction boom is contributing to slower home-price appreciation and, in some cases, price declines. Census Bureau data.

Construction

Marco Santarelli

JANUARY 22, 2025

The Florida housing market is undeniably hot right now, making headlines with a record-breaking $285 million new construction home hitting the market. According to Realtor.com , this ocean-to-lake estate is poised to shatter records as the most expensive new construction single-family home in the country. Absolutely not!

New Construction

Redfin

JULY 9, 2025

The decision between new construction and an existing home can be a difficult one for both first-time buyers and seasoned property owners alike. Key takeaways New construction homes pros include modern design, energy efficiency, lower maintenance, and customizable options. What is a new construction home?

New Construction

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

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Pre-approval

Inman

JULY 29, 2025

New construction starter homes have become a thing of the past as costs continue to rise, according to a report from Cotality. More buyers are flocking to a new kind of starter home, which is older and smaller.

New Construction

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As the 21st transaction made under the company’s LHOME Mortgage Trust, Kiavi’s total volume of notes offered sits at $5.8 This move follows Kiavi’s recent expansion announcement , in which it shared plans to offer its products in 13 new states. It also launched a new construction financing product for builders.

Land

Housing Wire

AUGUST 6, 2025

Growth in mortgage, rentals Since flaming out of iBuying in late 2021, Zillow has gone all in on its “ Super App ” strategy, seeking to be a one-stop shop for home buyers and seller. In building out this plan, Zillow has expanded into mortgage, through Zillow Home Loans , and has grown its presence in rentals.

Agents

BAM Media

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Despite ongoing challenges like high mortgage rates and stretched budgets, these top 10 markets have found ways to thrive. Inventory Recovery and New Construction Lead the Way Housing inventory is rebounding, with November 2024 marking the highest number of homes for sale since December 2019. McAllen, TX, stands out, with 61.7%

New Construction

BAM Media

MAY 20, 2025

In a recent appearance on CNBCs Squawk Box , Ivy Zelman of Zelman & Associates shared her take on the current housing market, just as new reports from NAHB and the U.S. Rents Are Rising Again, But So Is Pressure While new construction demand slows, the rental market is showing signs of life. The common thread? Uncertainty.

New Construction

BAM Media

DECEMBER 17, 2024

2025 is shaping up to be another challenging year for the housing market, but its not all bad news. Heres what Fannie Mae expects: Mortgage Rates: Declining modestly to 6.4%, but still elevated compared to pre-pandemic norms. Mortgage Rates: Modest Decline but Still Elevated Fannie Mae predicts mortgage rates will average 6.4%

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

mortgage lender loanDepot announced the promotion of regional sales director Bart Evans to regional vice president for the Southeast region. The new regional vice president brings a bit more to his role than executive mortgage experience. With the heart of an athlete, Evans will bring strong work ethic to his new role.

Lending

Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 19, 2024

In September 2024, single-family home construction surged, indicating a renewed interest among homeowners and builders alike, particularly in the Northeast. This increase is largely attributed to a dip in mortgage rates, making it more affordable for families to invest in their own homes. increase from the previous month.

Construction

Marco Santarelli

JANUARY 15, 2025

Job Growth vs. New Construction: A vibrant job market attracts new residents, but if there aren't enough new homes being built, competition will surge, which can put upward pressure on home prices. It's not always about the biggest jump, but rather sustainable, steady growth. N/A 11 days 6 St.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Key Takeaways Interest Rates: Mortgage rates have held steady at over 6% , making home buying less affordable for many. With each passing month, interest rates hovering consistently above 6% remain a significant hurdle, making mortgages pricier than they were just a couple of years ago.

Marketing

BAM Media

JANUARY 4, 2025

With mortgage payments nearly tripling in 10 years, renter tenure is higher than ever, especially among older generations. From rising mortgage payments to generational differences, heres what the data reveals about how long renters are staying in their homesand why. Redfins recent analysis of 2023 renter tenure data from the U.S.

Construction

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

New Construction Final Walk-Through Checklist – Ensuring a Seamless Home Inspection A new construction final walk-through checklist is essential in inspecting a newly built home. By following this checklist, potential problems can be identified and addressed promptly, ensuring a smooth transition into the new home.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

APRIL 3, 2025

Here is the ICE April Mortgage Monitor report (pdf). Press Release: ICE Mortgage Monitor: Home prices cool heading into the Spring home-buying season, led by condos Home prices are softening across the country: Annual home price growth slowed to +2.7% in February, with early data for March showing further cooling to +2.2%.

Mortgages

Marco Santarelli

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Higher home prices and mortgage rates will make homeownership a challenge, while rental prices stay relatively flat and wages continue to rise, making renting a more affordable choice for many. This increase is expected to be similar to the latter half of 2024 because the supply of new homes isn't expected to keep up with the demand.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Mortgage Rate Volatility: Mortgage rates have been fluctuating, causing some buyers to hesitate before making a purchase. This kind of news can make people nervous about the economy's future and their ability to afford a home. Are you thinking about buying a home in 2025, or maybe you're looking to invest in real estate?

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Factors contributing to this shortage include limited new construction, conversion of rental units to condos or other property types, and even some investor purchases that take units off the market for long-term rentals. Are you curious about the average rent prices in America in 2024 ?

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