Americans continue to feel the negative fiscal impacts brought on by COVID-19, but researchers have found the news is not all bad.
Read More »Regions With the Most Overleveraged Mortgagers
Here’s a ranking of regions by their “overleverage score,” which researchers measured using mortgage debt and other contributing factors.
Read More »Prospective Homeowners Face Increasing Changes, Challenges
Recent data reveals just how substantially pandemic-related factors have shaken up the process of purchasing a new house.
Read More »Best Metros for Renters Looking to Buy a House
Unprecedented demand and short supply nationwide are making things especially difficult for aspiring new homeowners. But some cities offer much more opportunities than others.
Read More »A Closer Look at a Record-Breaking Year
America’s housing market staged an unexpected rebound in the second half of 2020, resulting in a record number of first-time homebuyers. An economist unpacks this and other trends.
Read More »The Big Difference Between Fair and Good Credit
A few points can mean major perks for borrowers, according to analysts. Here are some key factors that impact that all-important number.
Read More »The No. 1 Way to Win a Bidding War
Considering today's intense competition, researchers studied the most effective strategies for agents and borrowers to come out on top.
Read More »Forbearance Activity Dips Below 2.6M—a First Since April
Considering recently revised FHFA terms, and the 620,000 active plans still listed with March month-end expirations, researchers say they'll be watching the numbers closely over the next few weeks.
Read More »Bankruptcy Filings Continue Downward Trend
As the nation enters a year into the pandemic, it’s been a slow and steady economic recovery. Here's what a new report finds about bankruptcy trends year-over-year.
Read More »What the American Rescue Plan Means for Housing
In addition to those $1,400 stimulus checks, the $1.9 trillion economic stimulus package also will funnel billions into the housing market.
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