Luxury forecast: What lies ahead for high-net-worth buyers in 2024

Recent luxury forecasts from Coldwell Banker and Christie’s International Real Estate show optimism in the market, and plenty of demand for new technology. Intel examines their findings. Continue reading

Scarce inventory, falling rates could boost home prices

In December, a Pulsenomics panel of more than 100 housing experts expected homes to appreciate by 2.4 percent in 2024. Now they’re predicting prices will go up by 3.8 percent. Continue reading

Mortgage rates ease for 2nd consecutive day on inflation data

The Federal Reserve’s moves to trim $35 billion in mortgages from its balance sheet each month could keep mortgage rates from falling dramatically this year. Continue reading

Mexicali becomes a tiny home capital with new Samara factory

The accessory dwelling unit startup launched in 2022 by an Airbnb cofounder announced this week that it is taking its manufacturing operations in-house. Continue reading

Here’s how Zillow’s new ‘super app’ is driving revenue growth: DelPrete

Zillow is diversifying its revenue along the transaction — what it calls its super app — and is outperforming a depressed market, Mike DelPrete writes. Continue reading

Latest inflation numbers give mortgage rates some room to fall

A key Fed inflation metric, the PCE price index, continues to drop toward the Fed’s 2 percent inflation target, falling from 2.6 percent annual growth in December to 2.4 percent in January. Continue reading

Warren Buffett: ‘You want a bad number’ to get good market news

In 2010, the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. CEO said that fewer housing starts can help lay the foundation for a more balanced market down the line. His own company’s recent investments in home builders show commitment to that principle. Continue reading

Corcoran Group lands in Massachusetts with new franchise

The Boston-headquartered franchise dubbed “Corcoran Property Advisors” is led by brokers-owners Brian Dougherty and Nick Robert who have backgrounds that span hospitality, sales, luxury and design. The firm also has an office in Cohasset. Continue reading

Why thousands of women will have to make health care moves in 2024

How far do you have to drive in your state to receive quality maternal health care? To receive emergency services? These kitchen table issues are on your prospect’s minds, Rachael Hite writes. Continue reading