Frontline workers are at greatest risk of housing shortage

A new study from the Urban Land Institute shows that middle-income households of frontline workers are being impacted most significantly by exacerbated housing shortages as a result of the pandemic. Continue reading

How far $1,200 will go for renters and homeowners in 50 US cities

Over 75 percent of U.S. renters and almost 50 percent of homeowners could pay one month of housing expenses with a $1,200 stimulus check, according to data from Redfin Continue reading

Number of homes for sale declines 15.7% in March

The market started to show a slow down in the second half of March as the coronavirus outbreak settled in, according to data from realtor.com and Redfin. Continue reading

Can landlords discriminate based on a tenant’s job? It’s complicated

The short answer is probably not. The long answer is it’s complicated — and apparently it’s still happening. Continue reading

Market snapshot: California

A ban on construction in the Bay Area, rent strikes in San Diego and new buildings left vacant in San Pedro all as real estate is deemed ‘essential’ across the state of California. Continue reading

Redfin introduces new ‘Redfin Premier’ service for luxury homesellers

Aimed at sellers of properties worth $1 million or more, Redfin Premier offers full-service marketing with an international reach. Continue reading

Modern Granny Flat garage conversion not just for grannies

Modern Granny Flat recently won a prize from the American Institute of Architects for its San Diego garage conversion into an accessory dwelling unit. Continue reading

Tech startup AerialSphere launches 360-degree 3D lDX search

The IDX search is now available in Phoenix and Tucson through a partnership with real estate marketing platform iFoundAgent. Continue reading

November inventory nosedives as demand outpaces supply

Inventory levels declined 9.5 percent year-over-year in November as low mortgage rates push more buyers to the market. Continue reading