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

Why home prices aren’t actually as high as they appear

Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives deeper into the topics of inflation and home values, explaining why, contrary to popular opinion, inflation-adjusted house prices really haven’t skyrocketed. Continue reading

Home affordability drops for first time in more than 2 years

National home prices were up 14.8 percent from a year ago, “wiping out any affordability boost” from rising household income and low mortgage rates, said First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming. Continue reading

Zestimates can’t keep up with wild housing market, agents say

Four agents from around the country talk about the widening gap between Zestimates and MLS home value data as inventory shortages push prices to new highs. Continue reading

Making sense of the headlines: Why is there a housing shortage?

Looking for a little clarity on this week’s news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner discusses the housing shortage and what drives the price for new homes up. Continue reading

Making sense of the headlines: What will happen with interest rates?

Looking for a little clarity on this week’s news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner talks through the 30-year mortgage and how rates will move the rest of this year. Continue reading

Making sense of the headlines: Is the jumbo mortgage market collapsing?

Looking for a little clarity on this week’s economic and housing news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner talks through the volatility of the jumbo mortgage market and what it means. Continue reading

Making sense of the headlines: How will the housing market fare?

Looking for a little clarity on this week’s economic and housing news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner shares why the housing market is poised for a healthy rebound. Continue reading

Afraid to have the selling options talk with sellers? Try Homebot

Homebot recently unveiled a new feature in its home-equity management app that’s been bothering me. But it might just help you broach a topic you’re afraid to talk to clients about. Continue reading

Automate your post-close contacts with W+R Studios’ Homebeat

W+R Studios launches Homebeat, a service to send past clients regular updates on home value and market statistics. Continue reading