According to the April 2024 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report by ATTOM, there were a total of 31,649 U.S. properties with foreclosure filings, which is a 4% decrease from March and a 4% decrease from the previous year. This means that one out of every 4,453 housing units had a foreclosure filing during this period. The […]
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According to the most recent New Home Lot Supply report from Zonda, in Q1 2024, there was a tightening of lot supply year-over-year across the U.S. The report notes that lot inventory remains “significantly undersupplied” in most markets, and this trend reflects the increased construction activity in recent quarters. Ali Wolf, the chief economist at
The number of available lots for new homes has decreased compared to the previous year. Read More »
The latest Yardi Matrix Multifamily Report reveals that the average U.S. multifamily rent in April 2024 was $1,725. Yardi notes that multifamily rents have increased for the second consecutive month, attributing this trend to robust demand in the market. According to Yardi, although rent growth is moderate, there are several positive indicators in the data.
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Zumper has compiled a list of the best cities for singles based on factors such as median rent, percentage of single population, cost of living, median income, unemployment rate, and access to dining and entertainment. They have identified the top 10 states for singles, including Atlanta, GA; St. Louis, MO; Minneapolis, MN; Boston, MA; Madison,
The most recent Federal Housing Finance Agency’s House Price Index (HPI) report shows a 6.3% increase in home prices between January 2023 and January 2024. Additionally, the seasonally adjusted monthly index for January rose by 0.1% from December. The FHFA HPI is a comprehensive collection of house price indexes that track changes in single-family home
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The most recent CoreLogic Single-Family Rent Index (SFRI) reports that U.S. single-family home rental prices increased by 2.8% year over year in December 2023, consistent with the previous four months. Despite rent gains slowing down in the second half of 2023, costs have still risen by almost 30% since early 2020. According to Molly Boesel,
CoreLogic reports that annual rent growth continues to be slow but steady. Read More »
According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), pending home sales increased by 1.1% in September 2023. The NAR’s Pending Home Sales Index, which is based on contract signings, recorded a value of 72.6 for September. However, the NAR reports that all four regions in the United States experienced a decline in transactions compared to
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According to The Daily Infographic, fast-food chains have become a significant part of American culture with a wide variety of options for everyone. The infographic ranks the most popular chains based on their average sales per store. Chick-fil-A takes the top spot, known for its efficiency and crowded lunchtime lines. Check out the infographic for
1. Asheville, North Carolina: Known for its stunning mountain views and vibrant arts scene, Asheville offers a reasonable cost of living and affordable housing options for retirees. 2. Prescott, Arizona: With its mild climate and breathtaking natural beauty, Prescott is an ideal retirement destination that won’t break the bank. The city also boasts a low
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According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Chief Economist, Yun, small investors, commonly referred to as “mom and pop investors,” would greatly benefit from a reduction in capital gains taxes. Yun suggests that lowering capital gains taxes would provide these investors with increased opportunities to grow their investments and generate higher returns. By reducing
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