Analysis and Data
The number of U.S. homebuyers dropped 1.7% to the lowest level on record, aside from the start of the pandemic, amid high housing costs and economic uncertainty, while the number of sellers dropped 0.5% as sellers retreated in response to low buyer demand
Home sales and new listings were little changed month-over-month, as Americans continue to grapple with high costs and economic uncertainty
New research from Zillow shows that 53% of all U.S. homes have lost value since last year — the highest share since 2012, the tail end of home value declines after the Great Recession
New data reveals that fraud and forgery are becoming more common and more costly in refinance transactions, compared to purchase transactions
An examination of Q3 activity reveals that home sellers are finding it harder to sell at the price they want, therefore inventory is accumulating and investors are taking advantage of this opportunity for discounts
ATTOM’s analysis shows December 24 is the best day of the year to buy a home, with buyers paying the smallest premium — just 3.8% above market value — compared to much higher premiums reported during peak months like May
NAR projects a combination of easing mortgage rates, steady job gains, and improving market stability will prompt some sidelined home shoppers to drive existing-home sales in 2026 as more commit to buying
New data from Coldwell Banker sheds light on the state of homeownership and how housing affordability is reshaping family life, the economy, and the pursuit of major life milestones
The average U.S. homeowner is spending nearly $16,000 annually on expenses beyond their average mortgage payment, led by home insurance premiums, a hidden cost that has surged 48% nationwide since February 2020
J.D. Power’s latest Mortgage Origination Satisfaction Study found that lenders attaining the highest scores are amping up their skillset by blending high-touch advisory relationships with intelligent digital infrastructure