Analysis and Data
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San Diego Surpasses San Francisco As The Least Affordable Metro In The U.S.
Research published by OJO Labs revealed that San Diego is now the least affordable metro in the U.S., moving ahead of both San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Multifamily Property Sales Drive The Success Of Walker & Dunlop
Record property sales volume increased 226% in the fourth quarter of 2021 due to the significant growth in our property sales team over the past year in key markets and strong investor appetite for multifamily assets.
Home Values Soar In Family-Friendly Neighborhoods
Millennial parents have a hefty bill to pay if they want their child to have a friend next door.
Austin's Housing Market Value Surged Twice As Fast As The U.S.
The total value of homes in Austin, TX surged by close to 40% in the past year, twice as fast as the entire U.S. which saw values rise 18.6% over the past year.
80% Of Americans Say They Love Their Home
A record number of users surfed Zillow during the pandemic to escape from stress and daydream about starting over elsewhere.
The Term “White Washed” Is Here to Stay
Black home sellers say their valuations shoot up when white friends pose as the property owners.
NMP
Mortgage Economic Review February 2022
The Mortgage Economic Review is a monthly summary of Key Economic Indicators, Data, and Events pertinent to Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals.
MBA: Mortgage Applications Rose 12% Last Week
Refinance applications were up 18%, driven mainly by a 22% jump in conventional applications.
The Mortgage Process Is Just As Arduous As Homebuying, Consumers Say
89% of respondents believe the loan application experience was more stressful or equally as stressful as the home-buying experience.
Annual Home Price Appreciation Grows More Than 18% In December 2021
CoreLogic's Home Price Index reported annual home price appreciation increased by 18.5% for Dec. 2021.