Americans get comfy with digital transactions: report

A new report from Notarize shows that 81 percent of people in the U.S. feel safe making financial transactions online Continue reading

New eviction moratorium likely coming for most renters

The moratorium comes shortly after the previous eviction ban expired, and could ultimately cover 90 percent of U.S. renters. Continue reading

Day before eviction moratorium set to expire, Dems scramble for extension

President Biden called on Congress on Thursday to extend the moratorium through the end of 2021, citing concerns over the quick spread of the Delta variant. Democrats were sent scrambling to respond. Continue reading

Foreign buyers may soon swoop back into US housing market

International buyers were less involved in the U.S. housing market during the first year of the pandemic — but that may soon change. Continue reading

More vacation home consumers willing to buy sight unseen

A new report from Vacasa suggests that agents working with vacation home investors should also pay attention to newer and younger buyers. Continue reading

Signs of seasonal inventory growth return in strained housing market

The number of homes for sale rose in June for the second consecutive month but remained far from a full recovery to pre-pandemic levels. Continue reading

Housing inventory shortage could ease later this year: report

Tech firm and brokerage HouseCanary found a shrinking gap between the number of new listings and the number of listings going under contract — a potential sign of an improving inventory landscape. Continue reading

America’s hottest neighborhoods: Midtown District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Oklahoma City is experiencing a pandemic-induced real estate boom, with coastal buyers flocking to one of the city’s most vibrant areas: Midtown. Here’s what you need to know about OKC’s hottest neighborhood. Continue reading

Asian American homeownership is still lagging: Report

Asian American homeownership rates lag in numerous major cities including New York, Los Angeles and Boston. Continue reading

US Supreme Court denies Realtors’ request to lift CDC eviction ban

Justice Brett Kavanaugh said the federal agency exceeded its authority but ban’s current July 31 expiration date would allow for ‘more orderly distribution’ of rental assistance funds. Continue reading