The Home Sales Conundrum: Buyers Aren’t Moving

NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?

Before You Bet on a Fixer-Upper

A lower price tag can hide bigger decisions. What buyers and agents should weigh before betting on a home with renovation potential.

Interest Rate Cut Depends on One Thing

One economic signal stands between the Fed and rate cuts, suggesting mortgage rate relief could take longer than some expect.

Mortgage Rates Hold Flat on Thursday Despite Lower Weekly Average

For the average lender, top-tier 30yr fixed mortgage rates were perfectly unchanged compared to yesterday. This keeps them right in line with the lowest levels in more than 3 years. That said, if we're splitting hairs, better rates were available 4 days in the past month and a half (Jan 9, Jan 12, F