Sign of the times: What the market could be signaling

The proof is in the numbers as financial expert and self-proclaimed “cocktail” economist Peter Prudden dives into the unknown to try to determine what current market conditions may mean for the correction ahead. Continue reading

‘No housing bubble’: An economist’s top 10 predictions for 2023

Cut through the online clutter and armchair quarterbacking of the real estate industry with these expert predictions from Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Continue reading

Pandemic-era boomtowns see steepest price growth slowdowns

Median home price growth has slowed the fastest in Austin, Phoenix and San Jose, with fellow pandemic boomtowns Las Vegas and Boise also seeing significant slowdowns. Continue reading

7 things investors need in an agent right now

David Parnes and James Harris of Million Dollar Listing LA share their secrets for success in helping investors in the shifting market. It will take thoughtful and savvy moves to keep investors purchasing into 2023. Continue reading

Mortgage demand up for 3rd week in a row as rates continue to ease

Economists forecast mortgage rates will continue to fall as Federal Reserve minutes suggest policymakers are preparing to wind down an aggressive campaign to fight inflation. Continue reading

New-home sales reverse course, climb 7.5% in October

Sales of newly built homes climbed 7.5 percent between September and October to a seasonally adjusted rate of 632,000, according to data released Wednesday from the United States Census Bureau. Continue reading

7 things agents can be grateful for in 2022

This year’s market may leave you feeling a little bittersweet about finding something to be thankful for. Trainer Rachael Hite outlines seven things agents can be grateful for, (even in a downturn). Continue reading

Homes near Trader Joe’s get top dollar. But investors should eye Aldi

Homes near a Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s boast higher values, but those near an Aldi grocery store offer something for real estate investors the others can’t, according to data from Attom. Continue reading

Change or lose it all: 3 steps for shifting when it matters most

Change now to confront the new reality, or face the prospects of losing market share or, even worse, going out of business. Carl Medford offers a gameplan to help you prep for what’s ahead. Continue reading

Pending home sales post record drop as deals die and price cuts soar

Inflation and mortgage rates took a hefty toll on homebuyers in October, with a record 60,000 home-purchase cancellations during the month, according to new data released Monday. Continue reading