Key takeaways for the 4-week period ending August 23: New listings of homes for sale were up 4% from a year ago—the largest increase since the four-week period ending March 15—but active listings continued to fall, down 28% from 2019. Pending home sales rose 20% year over year, even while continuing their near-term seasonal descent.…
When most of us begin searching for a home, we naturally start by looking at the price. It’s important, however, to closely consider what else impacts the purchase. It’s not just the price of the house that matters, but the overall cost in the long run. Today, that’s largely impacted by low mortgage rates. Low…
After lots of thought and consideration, you’ve started to look for a new place to call home. As you spend time searching the housing market, you’ll need to know what your current home is worth. Knowing how to determine your home’s value will not only help you decide whether you should sell your home, but…
With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates driving buyer activity, bidding wars are becoming more common. Multiple-offer scenarios are heating up, so it’s important to get pre-approved before you start your search. This way, you can put your best foot forward – quickly and efficiently – if you’re planning to buy…
6 Interior Design Trends That Don’t Cost a Fortune Find budget-friendly ideas for a home makeover. Design Trends
(Family Features) Home improvement projects aren’t limited to indoors. In fact, not only can upgrades to areas outside the house expand your livable space, they can also increase your home’s value. Outdoor living projects account for almost one-third of renovation projects, according to a survey conducted by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. The…
