Redfin: Florida Leads in All-Cash Sales
Florida led the nation in cash home sales in 2024, with West Palm Beach topping the list. However, the share fell across major Florida metros.
Builder Confidence Drops in February
NAHB said builder sentiment fell to the lowest in five months due to concerns over tariffs, mortgage rates and housing costs.
U.S. Foreclosure Activity Increased in January
Foreclosures rose 8% in January but dropped 7% from last year. REOs increased in 30 states. Foreclosure starts rose 8% from December but fell 4% from last year.
Real Estate Q&A: Can I End Joint Ownership?
In shared ownership, one person can finance to buy the other out or sell the home and split the equity. A legal case is costly so it’s best to reach an agreement.
Creating Powerful ChatGPT Prompts
AI needs to be told what role it should fulfill when writing, which means letting the tool know whether they are writing as an agent or a marketing specialist.
Multifamily Developer Confidence Mixed in Q4 2024
Developers are less pessimistic than this time last year, but supply-chain problems and high interest rates remain barriers to a stronger market, the NAHB said.
Fed Seeks Clarity Before Next Rate Cuts
The Fed is pausing rate cuts to monitor inflation and other economic factors. Future cuts depend on inflation trends and job market stability one Fed official said.
U.S. Office Market Coming Back
Owners of high-quality office buildings in good markets should be on better footing today than a year ago, the real estate analytics firm Green Street said.
Builders Offering Incentives to Entice Buyers
The share of builders that offer sales incentives has ranged between 60% and 64% since June, while between 30% and 33% have lowered prices.
Interior Trends to Incorporate in Your Home
The home renovation experts said wood-infused architectural warmth, such as ceiling beams, trim and wall paneling, is among the 10 most popular home trends.