Mortgage refinance activity may have been the true hidden culprit behind the housing crisis, according to a new report by the Urban Institute (UI) written by Laurie Goodman, co-director of UI's Housing Finance Policy Center. Widespread refis ignited housing problems Mortgage ... » Learn More about Widespread refis ignited housing problems
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May’s Fast Home Sales Set Post-Recession History
Following a brief dip in April home sales, the U.S. housing market returned to seasonally huge sales in May, increasing 20.6% from the previous month and 4.3% from May 2016, in accordance with the RE/MAX National Housing Report released today. In fact, it turned out to be the best May in terms of ... » Learn More about May’s Fast Home Sales Set Post-Recession History
4 all-in-one home security systems for your smart home
Until just recently, if you wanted an extensive home security system, you not only were required to contend with exorbitant installation fees, but you also had to pay a monthly installment or fee. 4 all-in-one home security systems for your smart home Luckily, that’s no longer the ... » Learn More about 4 all-in-one home security systems for your smart home
Not A single investor bid accepted through Zillow Instant Offers
Hundreds of homeowners have received investor bids since Zillow launched Instant Offers, but none of them had been accepted as of June 5. On the other hand, the program has generated three listings for one agent, and she could possibly convert more Instant Offers leads in the days ... » Learn More about Not A single investor bid accepted through Zillow Instant Offers
5 Suggestions for Recovering from The One That Got Away
Imagine you finally discover the house you've always dreamed about. It has everything you had hoped for in a home, from the right counter-tops to the right landscaping. You spend hours envisioning the parties you'll have in the backyard as well as the baths you'll take in the claw foot tub. But fate ... » Learn More about 5 Suggestions for Recovering from The One That Got Away