The recent increase in mortgage rates has had a significant impact on the housing market. After a brief drop in rates during May, last week saw rates climbing once again. The average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 7.05% from 7.01%, with points also increasing. While this may seem like a small change,
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In the world of art collecting, there are various approaches that individuals take when acquiring pieces for their collections. One such individual is multimillionaire Grant Cardone, who has been amassing art for approximately 15 years. Grant admits that he is not a connoisseur and describes himself as a spontaneous buyer. His approach is simple: if
In a recent survey conducted by Clever.com, it was found that 77% of potential homebuyers have already started saving for their down payment. The study also revealed that more than half of these buyers plan to put down less than 20% of the home’s value. While the traditional belief is that a 20% down payment
The sales of newly built homes experienced a significant decline of 4.7% in April compared to March. Additionally, there was a larger drop of 7.7% from the previous year, as reported by the U.S. Census. The data indicates a concerning trend in the new home sales market, which can be attributed to various factors. One
Mortgage interest rates have recently experienced a decline for the third consecutive week, resulting in an uptick in demand for refinancing options. However, despite this positive development for refinances, prospective homebuyers have not been equally enthused about the situation. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, the total mortgage application volume increased by 1.9% in comparison
China’s recent efforts to bolster its real estate market have been met with cautious optimism by analysts. While the government’s comprehensive policy measures are a step in the right direction, it will take time before significant stabilization is observed. Despite the initial surge in Hong Kong-listed property stocks following the announcement, the market still remains
When searching for a new home, it’s important to be aware that a significant portion of available properties are new builds. According to a recent report by Redfin, approximately 33.4% of single-family homes on the market in the first quarter were newly constructed, almost double the pre-pandemic levels. This surge in new construction has shifted
Although the frenzy of home renovations seen during the pandemic has cooled off slightly, homeowners are still eager to invest in their living spaces as the spring housing market begins to heat up. According to the 2024 Cost vs. Value report from Zonda Media, certain home improvement projects are now offering the highest return on
The Chinese government has recently announced new measures to bolster the real estate sector, particularly aimed at supporting state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in purchasing unsold apartments. This initiative is intended to provide more funding for developers to complete construction on pre-sold properties. People’s Bank of China Deputy Governor Tao Ling revealed that the central bank would
Recent data shows that mortgage rates have reached their lowest level since April, providing some relief to potential buyers. However, the current state of the housing market still presents challenges for many individuals looking to purchase a home. While the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages has decreased slightly, the cost of homes