Nonwhite renters saddled with higher security deposits, study says

Renters of color pay security deposits more often than white renters, and deposits they pay are typically $150 more than those paid by white renters, according to an analysis by Zillow. Continue reading

NAR tech accelerator accepts 8 residential real estate startups

Perchwell, Fractional, Inspectify, Courted, Place, Reggora, Revive and Courted to get education, mentorship and networking opportunities in exchange for marketing fee and small equity stake. Continue reading

Rising mortgage rates most difficult for first-time homebuyers: MBA

As rates surged last week, demand for FHA purchase loans dropped by nearly 8 percent, according to a weekly lender survey by the Mortgage Bankers Association released Wednesday. Continue reading

Millennials ditching starter homes will lead summer inventory boost

In Realtor.com’s latest housing report published on Wednesday, the portal said 64 percent of prospective homesellers plan to list their home by October. Older millennials are primed to lead the charge as they ditch starter homes for bigger abodes. Continue reading

Do more, stress less: A pain-free approach to productivity

Game-changing improvements without the hustle hype? Christy Murdock offers common sense tips for recharging your productivity and doing more without the stress. Continue reading