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Takeaway: The March jobs report, which is hot on its surface, will not move rates much. The underlying fundamentals of the report are weaker than the headline, and the Iran war continues to dominate economic data in driving market moves. 178,000 jobs were created in March, when forecasters only expe

Empty-nest baby boomers own many more 3-bedroom-plus U.S. homes than younger families raising children, underscoring a mismatch between who has space and who needs it.  Millennials with kids are facing both affordability and inventory challenges–but at the same time, baby boomers have little financi

The Iran war is a major factor pushing up mortgage rates. Some would-be buyers are backing off amid high costs and uncertainty stemming from the war.  The median U.S. monthly mortgage payment is $2,742, up 0.4% year over year. While that’s a small increase, it’s the first in nearly six months.  Hous

AuthorChristy Crouch.  Date: April 1, 2026 5:06 pm Expert Advice: I’ve got decades of experience. Here’s how to tell if a home is overpriced and what to do if it is. The post How To Tell If A Home Is Overpriced (And How To Negotiate) appeared first on FastExpert.

A tiny home in New York is going viral on social media because it has no bedrooms. The house at 84 Wyona Ave in Selden went on the market about a month ago with a listing price of $329,900. The house was built in 1930 and is 446 square feet. It is about 10 feet wide and 37 feet long and has a small

As many Americans consider buying a home this spring, they may want to take a closer look at the Cleveland metro area. Not only is it home to one of Redfin’s latest and most unique listings—the Cleveland Cavaliers’ Rocket Arena—it’s also one of the most affordable markets in the country.  The typica

In dollar terms, there’s $347 billion worth of stale listings in the U.S.,  more than ever before for this time of year. That’s because there are hundreds of thousands more home sellers than buyers, leading to homes sitting on the market.  Stale inventory is most common in Florida, and least common

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Introduction Are you considering a move to Boyertown, PA? Understanding the local market, lifestyle, and amenities can help you make the best decision for your family. Boyertown Real Estate Market The Boyertown area offers a range of homes, from historic properties to modern builds. According to Red

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Higher housing costs, along with economic uncertainty that comes with the Iran war, are causing some house hunters to think twice.  The weekly average mortgage rate has hit a three-month high of 6.22% as the Iran war and jitters about inflation rattle markets. The daily average mortgage rate rose as

House hunters have the upper hand, allowing them to abandon deals over price, repairs or second thoughts. Cancellations are most common in Tampa and San Antonio, where there are roughly twice as many sellers as buyers.  More than 42,000 U.S. home-sale agreements fell through in February, equal to 13

Home prices rose 0.1% month over month on a seasonally adjusted basis—the slowest growth in seven months. Prices fell in 16 major metros, with the biggest declines in Jacksonville, FL, Providence, RI and Columbus, OH. Prices rose most in Charlotte, NC, Portland, OR and West Palm Beach, FL. U.S. home

This Week In A Nutshell: The Iran War continues to fuel market volatility as it enters its fourth week, particularly as the White House signals it is seeking a resolution. Upcoming Attractions   This week will feature many speaking engagements from various Fed officials, but key economic data releas

When sellers outnumber buyers, the buyers who are in the market have bargaining power. In other words, it’s a buyer’s market. The strongest buyer’s markets are in the South, while the strongest seller’s markets are in the Northeast. There were an estimated 46.3% more home sellers than buyers in the

Florida and New York dominated February’s ultra-luxury housing market, with oceanfront estates and Central Park condos going for more than $50 million. A never-before-listed oceanfront estate in Manalapan, FL—an ultra-exclusive town on a small barrier island near Palm Beach—was the most expensive U.

AuthorKevin Bautista.  Date: March 20, 2026 4:16 pm Thinking about what happens when you eventually sell or leave your property? A real estate exit strategy is your game plan. The post Real Estate Exit Strategy: How to Plan Your Best Move appeared first on FastExpert.

The daily average mortgage rate rose to a six-month high of 6.53% on March 20.  Mortgage rates are jumping because the Iran war is escalating, increasing the likelihood that oil prices will stay higher longer, and because of the Fed’s reaction to it.  News broke on March 20 that the U.S. is sending

Just 30% of Americans believe advances in AI will help boost the economy and help more people afford homes, according to a recent Redfin survey. The majority of both Democrats and Republicans believe AI will make it harder to afford homes.   Nearly two-thirds of Americans say tariffs will cause infl

The typical home that went under contract in February spent 66 days on the market—the slowest February pace in a decade. The typical buyer scored 1.8% off the list price—the biggest February discount since 2023; sellers outnumber buyers, giving buyers negotiating power. Pending home sales and new li