February 8, 2024
Finding the right home is one of the biggest challenges for potential buyers today. Right now, the supply of homes for sale is still low. But there is a bright spot. Newly built homes make up a larger percentage of […]
February 2, 2024
“Although affordability continues to impact homeownership, the combination of a solid economy, strong demographics and lower mortgage rates are setting the stage for a more robust housing market,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. […]
January 31, 2024
Foreclosure Activity Is Still Lower than the Norm Have you seen headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market? If so, they may make you uneasy about what’s ahead. But remember, these clickbait […]
January 30, 2024
If you’re looking to buy a home, you’ve probably been paying close attention to mortgage rates. Over the last couple of years, they hit record lows, rose dramatically, and are now dropping back down a bit. Ever […]
January 25, 2024
“The 30-year fixed rate has remained within a very narrow range over the last month, settling in at 6.69% this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Given this stabilization in rates, potential homebuyers […]
January 20, 2024
Residential properties Whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor, the Southern Nevada Water Authority will rebate single-family residential properties $5 per square foot of grass removed* and replaced with desert landscaping up to the […]
January 18, 2024
“Mortgage rates decreased this week, reaching their lowest level since May of 2023,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “This is an encouraging development for the housing market and in particular first-time homebuyers who […]
January 17, 2024
If you’ve been holding off on selling your house to make a move because you felt mortgage rates were too high, their recent downward trend is exciting news for you. Mortgage rates have descended since last […]
January 16, 2024
Buying a home is a powerful decision, and it remains at the heart of the American Dream. Unlike renting, owning a home means more than just having a place to live – it offers a […]
January 12, 2024
“Mortgage rates have not moved materially over the last three weeks and remain in the mid-six percent range, which has marginally increased homebuyer demand,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Even this slight uptick […]