Tag Archives: Homebuyers

From restricting refinance activity, to managing debt, rising rates are likely to affect the housing market in many ways. Experts weigh in on what homeowners can do to mitigate the challenges of this environment.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced a grant for housing counseling that will help 1 million households find housing, make more informed choices, and keep their current homes. Here’s what the grant entails.

Despite a strong economy and overall increased confidence among consumers, a quarterly index points to headwinds that are causing a lag in the housing market.

Chase's Home Center aims to help homebuyers find their next home by having listings, resources, and experts under one roof.

Homeowners and buyers nearly always want to see where they can get the most return on their home. What cities give them the most value?

Florida has the largest number of mobile or manufactured homes in any state. Experts look at some of the best practices and room for improvement in the laws of owning and buying these homes, especially in the Sunshine State.

The market for repeat buyers is likely to reaccelerate as inventory increases, according to Tian Liu, Chief Economist, Genworth Mortgage Insurance, who spoke to DS News about homeownership trends and where the housing market is headed in 2019. Editor's note: This feature originally appeared in the September issue of DS News, out now.

According to a recent study, many homebuyers believe there will be a home price correction soon. Why do consumers believe home prices are going to go down?

Millennials are buying, but many can do better. See what changes these young buyers can make to get on the path to sustained homeownership.

Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac speaks to DS News on what’s causing the affordability crunch and the factors that are likely to impact the housing market in 2019. Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the August issue of DS News.