By the Numbers

For the first time since May, the number of homes under contract increased by a small but notable 2.5%, signaling a potential shift in the market.

This week's rate of 6.13% is nearing a level where it may create some demand, particularly from first-time homebuyers.

New data from Redfin finds a record percentage of people are looking to move to another metro area, with affordability playing a bigger role.

If mortgage rates continue to decline, we could see a more normal spring selling season, according to a Zillow economist.

Existing home sales dipped 1.5% in December, defying predictions for a bigger fall, according to the National Association of Realtors.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.15% this week, the lowest rate since September.

Wary of making a bad decision in a shifting market, buyers are weighing their options — and waiting for prices to fall along with interest rates.

A new report from ATTOM finds renting is more affordable than owning across most of the U.S., a big change from a year ago.

While families with school-aged children still account for the most listings, retirees and empty-nesters make up a significant market share.

Charlotte, NC, topped the list of hot markets, along with other "relatively affordable" cities clustered in the Eastern U.S.

The company has added a feature to its listings that gives buyers an estimate of a home's electricity usage, seasonal changes and cost.

Following a two-week uptick, the 30-year mortgage rate dropped this week, averaging 6.33% on Jan. 12, down from 6.48% the week before.

A Realtor.com report found the number of homes for sale was up significantly year-over-year in December, but still well below pre-pandemic levels.

Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index edged higher with more consumers saying it is a good time to buy a house.

For the first time ever, the baseline conforming loan limit topped $1 million in high-cost areas, giving buyers more purchase options.

As a sign of shifting market dynamics, Redfin reported a record number of seller concessions in the fourth quarter.

The rate now sits at 6.48%, up from 6.42% the week before. A year ago, the average rate was 3.22%.

A new market forecast predicts the top 5 buyers markets this year will be west of the Mississippi, while the top 5 sellers markets will be in the east.

In its growth index report, U-Haul found more one-way truck customers moved to Southern and Southeastern states in 2022.

Cities in the Midwest and South topped Realtor.com's list of markets with the biggest gains in price per square foot.