Jeff Ostrowski, Bankrate.com(TNS)—Home prices are soaring, pushed higher by a combination of record-low mortgage rates, strong demand from buyers and a lingering lack of new construction.In...
By Kara MastersonIf you have always wanted to live in a bigger home, then you may be wondering when the right time is for you to move. Bigger homes are more expensive and require more maintenance....
Commentary by Adam LongHomeTeam Inspection Service of Kentuckiana Owner Brad Lawler explains why potential buyers should never skip a home inspection, even when housing inventory is scarce.It’s...
Prospective buyers shopping today have 52% fewer homes to choose from than at this time last year, according to Realtor.com's Monthly Housing Trends Report. This supply crunch translates to a...
Homebuilders nationwide are trying to keep up with the seemingly insatiable demand for housing. Compared to December 2019, housing starts are up 5%, and permits are up 17% - the highest level housing...
The pandemic continues to shape the housing market and consumer preferences. In many cities across the nation, inventory shortages persist as buyers look for homes that accommodate remote work and...
Homebuyers often wonder if they should apply jointly for a mortgage. If one spouse has poor credit, it may make it more challenging to qualify for a loan or cause the interest rate to be higher....
Credit: Federalreserve.govAfter its final two days of meetings ahead of the election, the Federal Reserve indicated no plans to raise interest rates. Near-zero rates could last for years---possibly...
Credit: Realtor.comLumber prices have risen more than 170% since April due to production constraints from the pandemic. Despite this surge, homebuilders report the most confidence they have ever had...
