17% of Mortgaged Homes Have 6%+ Interest Rates

The lock-in effect is starting to ease because Americans are growing accustomed to elevated rates, and for many, it’s not realistic to stay put forever, Redfin said.

New Listings Up Across U.S., Demand Down

The uptick in new listings, along with slow sales, is contributing to a growing pool of supply for homebuyers to choose from, Redfin said.

Shingles Lose Wind Resistance After 10 Years

Officials said asphalt shingles, common on Florida roofs, begin degrading from the sun and weakening in about 10 years, offering less protection.

Mortgage Rates Finally Make a Move (Lower)

The recent absence of volatility in day-to-day mortgage rate movement has been an easy target for light-hearted indignation among market watchers.  But to be fair, if rates had been moving swiftly higher/lower/both, most market watchers would wish for some sideways stability.  In fact, for