Analysis and Data

June report points to a more balanced housing market as pending sales climb for a seventh straight month despite mortgage rates holding near 6.5%

Redfin says luxury home prices climbed 4.7% annually through May, with demand accelerating as high-end buyers remain largely insulated from affordability pressures

Single-family mortgage delinquencies edged higher in May while new business acquisitions slowed

New report highlights growing demand for creative financing and first-time buyer solutions

Rocket Mortgage found first-time buyers typically put down 5% in some markets and about 30% in others

First American says limited inventory is keeping prices at historic highs, while luxury homes continue to outperform starter and mid-tier markets

LodeStar says closing costs fell nationally, but borrower expenses still vary widely by state

The slowdown comes during the traditionally busy spring selling season, while buyers continue to gain negotiating leverage through concessions and inspections

Study estimates well-qualified conventional borrowers are among the most likely to miss the lowest available rates, reinforcing a broader trend in mortgage shopping

Nearly one in five house hunters searched outside their home metro in the first quarter, with Florida and other Sun Belt markets drawing buyers seeking lower housing costs