Real Estate News
New Construction Mortgage Lending Rebounds
New home purchases bounced back in April after a March decline. First-time home buyers seeking FHA-insured financing were among the biggest segment of buyers. Read More
The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing
There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around. Read More
Housing Starts Post Slight Gains in April
The pace of housing starts was 17.7% higher than a year ago, but still insufficient to meet the demand, experts say. Higher rates have stymied homebuilding. Read More
Zillow: U.S Rents Rose Faster Than Wages
Tampa and Jacksonville saw rents surge more than three times quicker than wages in the past four years, according to Zillow. Read More
Higher Rates Creating a Larger Housing Supply
Buyers have a wider selection of homes to choose from today than a year ago, but rising mortgage rates remain a hurdle for many. Read More
Mortgage Rates Retreat for Second Straight Week
The average 30-year rate fell to 7.02% from 7.09% last week. Borrowing costs on a 15-year mortgage fell to 6.28% from 6.38% last week. Read More
Precautions to Take Before Severe Weather Hits
Homeowners should be prepared to secure their dwellings when a hurricane or tropical storm threatens. Hurricane season starts on June 1. Read More
Planning a Successful Home Renovation
Remodeling projects can be chaotic, so proper planning and communication is essential to finishing on-time and within budget. Have reasonable expectations. Read More
Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home
Having a hard time finding a first home that's right for you and your wallet? Read More