CoreLogic: 2012 big year for home price increases
Published on May 17, 2013
Prices rose in six Florida cities tracked by the index, varying from a low of 3.5% in Jacksonville to a high of 13.5% in Miami. But expect less in 2013. Read The Full Article
International migration to drive population growth
Published on May 16, 2013
For the first time since at least 1850, immigration will feed U.S. population growth more than births, projects the U.S. Census Bureau. Read The Full Article
No. of housing starts counters drop in foreclosures
Published on May 16, 2013
RealtyTrac: National drop in foreclosures coming on the market is balanced out by a higher number of new home starts. Delray Beach tops for expected inventory. Read The Full Article
Is the mortgage interest tax deduction here to stay?
Published on May 16, 2013
Maybe. Maybe not. Lawmakers kept the popular IRS deduction that saves homeowners money, but it could be in the crosshairs again later this year. Read The Full Article
NAR: Short sale approval, valuation issues continue to impact housing market
Published on May 15, 2013
Short sales make up 9% of the market but can be frustrating. New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac policies should improve the process and help valuations. Read The Full Article
April's new listings rose 3.12%, but more buyers began a search
Published on May 15, 2013
The bad news: The number of potential homebuyers rose even more, keeping inventory tight in many areas, according to data compiled from realtor.com. Read The Full Article
Loans on Main St. could be impacted by fed choices
Published on May 15, 2013
Possible regulatory changes can be confusing, but experts at NAR convention say a few upcoming decisions could help - or harm - homebuyers. Read The Full Article
Freddie Mac's streamlined modification debuts early
Published on May 15, 2013
Most borrowers 90 to 720 days late on a Freddie Mac-owned loan can get an easy mortgage modification. Pay on time for three months and it's permanent. Read The Full Article
