By the Numbers

A mixed August jobs report has economists speculating about how deep of an interest rate cut the Federal Reserve might make on Sept. 18.

More choices and lower mortgage rates may bring out late-season buyers, and they could have an advantage over those who wait until spring.

A new report from ATTOM indicates that select counties in California, New Jersey and Illinois are most at risk of a housing market downturn.

The “free” ride may not last as officials seek solutions for a deflationary economy and a glut of homes — the mirror image of what the U.S. is dealing with.

NAR’s latest confidence survey also suggests that buyers gained some leverage this summer, but overall sales were down.

Rates are edging closer to 6%, but the downward trend still hasn’t translated into sales as potential homebuyers play the waiting game.

Oklahoma and Texas lead the way, with supply up nearly 20% compared to the same week in 2019.

Lists and calculators can be a starting point for prospective buyers weighing their options, but the decision to purchase a home is based on more than data.

The housing market has seen its share of highs and lows in recent years, but appreciation has only moved in one direction: up. Could that be changing?

Pending sales for all other tiers were down compared to last year, but entry-level homes attracted significant buyer interest in July.

New home sales jumped 10.6% in July as builders took advantage of lower mortgage rates and used incentives to close deals.

The Fed is expected to cut interest rates next month, but it could take a big drop to spur a rebound in sales — though things are starting to look up.

A suburb of Columbus, OH, once again tops Realtor.com’s ranking of the most wanted ZIP codes. Massachusetts, meanwhile, has three spots in the top 10.

The pendulum is swinging in buyers' favor this fall. See which three trends could finally give them some leverage.

Mortgage rates were relatively flat this week, remaining just under 6.5%, but buyers appear to be biding their time and waiting to see if rates fall further.

The 30-year mortgage fell to its lowest level since May 2023, which “should begin to pique their interest in making a move” — but buyers might not be ready.

The latest sentiment survey from Fannie Mae shows declining optimism, with more consumers now saying they plan to rent when they make their next move.

A Redfin survey found that younger buyers are more willing to sacrifice safety, and overall, proximity to amenities was lower on the list of must-haves.

The jobs report was the biggest surprise, and it had an immediate impact on mortgage rates. Meanwhile, inventory continues to build.

Many homebuyers are waiting to see who the next president will be before continuing their home search, but it’s really the Fed that they should be watching.