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COVID vaccinations give Americans more confidence in housing

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Fannie Mae’s Home Price Sentiment Index increased by 5.2 points from February to 81.7 in March. Year over year, the index is up 0.9 points. Continue reading →

11% of Americans moved during the pandemic: Zillow survey

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Zillow’s latest report revealed what pushed Americans to move during the pandemic and which markets experienced the largest inflow of new homebuyers. Continue reading →

New forbearance requests drop to lowest level since March 2020

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Total weekly forbearance requests as a percent of servicing portfolio volume decreased from 0.05 percent to 0.04 percent, according to the latest data from the Mortgage Bankers Association. Continue reading →

3 ways to set buyers expectations during this sizzling-hot spring

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By setting expectations early, agents can put their clients in a better position and educate them on the often frustrating marketplace so they can make quick, sound decisions. Here’s how. Continue reading →

4 ways to get a leg up on the competition in the multifamily space

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The multifamily space is continuing to evolve, and investors must do the same. In such an environment, it pays to be aggressive when an opportunity emerges — but only while doing the requisite homework within your area of expertise. Continue reading →

Hopes of housing shortage relief are dashed as new listings drop

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New listing volumes have failed to make up for the shortfall of 2020 and were down 16 percent and 21 percent year over year in January and February, according to a new report from Black Knight. Continue reading →

From out of nowhere: 5 new(ish) cities to keep your eye on this year

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Starbase, the Texas town Elon Musk announced he was planning to incorporate as part of Brownsville and South Padre, is one example of a community conceived seemingly overnight Continue reading →

The real estate industry added 10,000 jobs in March

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The industry saw a healthy increase in jobs in March, following a tougher month of 4,500 job losses. The U.S. as a whole also saw its greatest number of job gains since August. Continue reading →