Home prices rise across the U.S.: NAR
A full 93% of metropolitan areas in the U.S. saw their median home prices rise in Q2 2015, according to data gathered by the National Association of Realtors. The Washington-based trade group reported that [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Home Prices’
Where the next huge real estate bubble may be building
The 2000s real estate bubble—which burst in 2007 and precipitated a once-in-a-century financial crisis and recession—is not something most folks are excited to see a sequel of. By Christopher Matthews @crobmatthews But five [...]
Home price gains slowing as market recovers
Experts say slowing gains in home values are a healthy sign for the housing market's continued recovery By Julie Schmit Home price gains are slowing after a strong bounce off the bottom, potentially marking a [...]
Housing Report: Tight Inventory, Still-Rising Home Prices
In the first month of the summer housing season, home prices continued to rise By Alison Rogers @RE_Rookie In the first month of the summer housing season, home prices continued to rise, with a [...]
Home Foreclosures on Track to End 2013 at 6-Year Low
The U.S. is on track to end the year with the fewest homes repossessed by lenders in six years, a trend that should help limit the negative impact foreclosures have on home values. By [...]
Consumer Credit in U.S. Rose in June as Auto Sales Climbed
Consumer borrowing in the U.S. climbed in June after the biggest gain in three months as lenders responded to a pickup in auto sales. By Victoria Stilwell The $13.8 billion increase in credit [...]
June New-Home Sales Volume Jumps To Highest Since 2008
New-home sales went up 8.3 percent in June, and the volume of sales was the highest since May of 2008. “Pent-up demand, historically low interest rates and a slowly improving labor market are contributing [...]
Foreclosures Jump as Banks Bet on Rising U.S. Home Prices
Home repossessions in the U.S. jumped 11 percent in May after declining for the previous five months as rising prices and limited inventory for sale across the country spurred banks to complete foreclosures. Lenders [...]
Home Sellers in the Driver’s Seat: How to Move Your Home Quicker
by Kate Rogers After surviving the housing burst heard around the world in 2007 and economic repercussions, homeowners looking to sell are finally feeling more confident. New research from mortgage giant Fannie Mae finds that [...]
Do You Practice Financial Wellness or Financial CPR?
I’m no different than most people. I hate going to the doctor. Because they always remind me of the things I should be doing. You know…eat better, exercise, and lose a few pounds. [...]
Housing Is Back! Best Moves For Homebuyers
Six years after prices collapsed, housing has begun to climb out of its hole. So what are the best moves to make now? In a three-part series, we offer smart strategies for buyers, sellers, and [...]