Starter Home Inventory Lags Behind 2019 Levels by 300,000 Listings
U.S. starter home market still lacks 300,000 listings compared to 2019, with buyers now needing an income of $78,000 to secure a purchase.
Americans value financial guidance but feel unprepared for retirement.
New surveys reveal that rising costs and economic uncertainty, coupled with concerns about AI, are hindering workers' ability to achieve their retirement goals.
Graham Fleming Discusses HECM Demand, Second Liens, and Onity Transaction
Finance of America remains a key player in the reverse mortgage sector, consistently ranking high in Home Equity Conversion Mortgage endorsements and poised for growth.
Engaging Neighbors: The Key to a Successful Open House
"Host a neighbor-exclusive open house followed by a public event to foster trust with local homeowners and enhance your property listing pipeline."
Mortgage volumes indicate bank share increases in the second quarter.
Large banks experienced significant double-digit mortgage volume growth in Q2, surpassing industry forecasts, highlighting a robust market outlook for private lenders.
Can the housing market withstand renewed Iran conflict and rising rates?
Weekly housing indicators reveal a modest cooling trend, with mortgage rates lingering above 6.64% amid escalating tensions from the Iran conflict.
Corcoran SRG Residential Increases Presence in Long Island Market
Corcoran SRG Residential launches as Corcoran's inaugural Long Island affiliate, signaling significant growth and opportunity in the private lending sector.
The Influence of Zillow Agent Rankings on AI Recommendations
Zillow's directory rankings favor user engagement, raising concerns that AI referrals might similarly reflect pay-influenced signals in private lending.
Florida home sales register record gains.
Florida housing gains vary by community, price tier and property type, creating localized lending plays for private lenders monitoring inventory and demand.
Home sales and prices increased across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Median sale price $460,000 and 2.3% annual rise in Bright MLS area indicate stronger borrower equity and steady demand-considerations for private lenders.