Emerging Trending Housing Topics for 2024
A new paper from Better Homes and Gardens’ Real Estate Professionals weigh in on upcoming trends that will be popular in 2024. Source: DS News
Sen. Warren Targets Affordable Housing Issues
In a recent speech before the New England Council, Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls for big national investment to lower housing costs nationwide, while fortifying protections for both renters and families. [...]
Overdraft Fees Still a Surprise to Many
Even in light of changing legislation and promises from banks to be more transparent on how and when overdraft fees occur, the CFPB has found that many Americans are still [...]
Property Managers Urged to Adopt Digital Payment Solutions
A new poll has found that renters prefer their property managers utilize electronic methods of payment, as nearly 80% of renters polled preferred digital payment options when receiving a security [...]
Housing Starts on the Rise in November
HUD and the Census Bureau have reported privately‐owned housing starts were up in November 2023, nearly 15% above October 2023’s totals. Source: DS News
Report: Home Insurance Concerns on the Rise
A new year-end report from Matic found that continued challenges may lie ahead in the home insurance landscape in 2024, as record premiums and increased deductibles continue to impact mortgage [...]
Home Prices Slide as Mortgage Rates Continue to Ease
While the number of homes for sale dipped slightly, according to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report, home prices are retreating alongside high mortgage rates, which posted their second consecutive [...]
HUD Announces New Grants Towards Low-Income Housing Projects
As part of the Biden Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the Department has awarded nearly $180 million in grants to support energy and sustainability programs. Source: DS News
Minority of Typical Homes Considered Affordable For Most Borrowers
While affordability may be a problem for many, a just a small portion of homes were deemed affordable by modern lending standards. Source: DS News