Florida Dominates for First-Time Buyers

A new WalletHub survey found Florida cities took six of the top 10 spots as the best for first-time homebuyers across metrics like crime rates and real estate taxes.

High Rates Restrain Builder Confidence

Builder confidence in July was down slightly, but the total inventory remains at a 4.4 months' supply, indicating a need for more home construction.

June Housing Starts Up 3%, Multifamily Up 19.6%

While builders are concerned about high interest rates, they believe mortgage rates will moderate and lead to more construction in late 2024.

Key Home Maintenance Tasks for Every Homeowner

Some important home upkeep tasks include maintaining a document binder and keeping up with general cleaning and maintenance so appliances continue to run smoothly.