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Rental returns decreased in 59% of counties over the last year

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The average annual gross rental yield thus far for 2020 is also down to 8.4 percent from an average yield of 8.6 percent in 2019. Continue reading →

It’s more affordable to own than rent almost anywhere in the US

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Long-term, owning is more affordable than renting almost anywhere in the country, according to a new report released by home search platform Homesnap. Continue reading →

Economists say consumers should lock in low mortgage rates now

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Mortgage rates reached the lowest point in 50 years last week, and one economist predicted they could plummet even more this week. Continue reading →

SXSW canceled over coronavirus concerns

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The gathering is one of the largest events for the tech industry, and this year was going to have a panel specifically on real estate. Continue reading →

When millennial homebuyers move out of Seattle, where do they go?

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When searching for a home, millennials are now looking beyond Seattle’s city limits. From affordability to proximity, here are the main factors driving their decisions — and the ways they’re changing the landscape of those suburban neighborhoods. Continue reading →

Inman News quiz, March 6: Think you’re on top of the week’s stories?

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The real estate industry threw some curveballs. Take Inman’s real estate news quiz to demonstrate how strong your talking points and cocktail banter are this week.
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‘Black swan of 2020’: Venture firm behind Trulia, Airbnb sounds alarm

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Sequoia Capital believes the coronavirus could lead to reduced business activity, supply chain disruption and other long-lasting problems. Continue reading →

NAR cancels conferences as coronavirus chaos continues

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The trade organization will no longer hold events this month in San Diego and Los Angeles. The cancellations come as the death toll rises and as financial markets continue to sputter. Continue reading →