By the Numbers

In 2024, the age of a typical home hit a new high, according to Redfin. But buyers aren’t getting as much of a discount on older homes as they used to.

In addition to lowering costs, the 90-day pause could improve consumer confidence and rejuvenate the slow spring homebuying season.

A new report suggests mortgage rates are continuing to delay purchase decisions, but younger buyers are most eager to trade renting for homeownership.

An uptick in mortgage applications and stabilizing rates could be signs that the slow spring homebuying season has potential for some turnaround.

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its May 7 meeting amid an uncertain economic environment. “We don't feel like we need to be in a hurry.”

A new report from ATTOM analyzing the past 10 years of transactions suggests that sellers are more likely to score the highest premiums in late May.

A rise in inventory is giving homebuyers more choices, but economic uncertainty and affordability continue to drag on sales.

Years of rapid home price growth have trained sellers to price high, but the market has shifted, leading to a widening gap between seller asks and buyer offers.

A new Bright MLS survey suggests a rise in inventory is making it easier for buyers to find their next home.

Fannie Mae’s latest report anticipates the market will remain sluggish until the end of 2025, but there is a potential for improvement in 2026.

The pace of sales lagged behind last year’s rate, with mortgage applications and demand signals declining as economic uncertainty continues to take a toll.

Homebuyers embraced lower mortgage rates in March before new tariffs were announced, causing home sales to jump amid persistent economic concerns.

Zillow’s predicted difference from March 2025 to March 2026 went from barely positive to down 1.7%. And ongoing economic uncertainty isn’t helping.

Economic experts warn home sales may begin to slow as concerns about the economy and fluctuating mortgage rates give potential homebuyers pause.

While confidence edged up in April, builders are concerned about future sales as supplier price hikes stand to add nearly $11,000 to the cost of a new home.

Fannie Mae economists are scaling back their price growth estimates for the year as mortgage rates hang around 7%, and some analysts believe prices could fall.

A new Realtor.com survey indicates homeowners thinking about selling are closely monitoring mortgage rates as they await the right moment to enter the market.

While most remodels aren’t driven by plans to sell, homeowners should consider the long-term returns and the upgrades agents say buyers are most interested in.

A recent NAR report suggests there may be a growing generational gap among sellers who choose to list on the MLS. Plus, the share of first-time buyers plunged.

Consumer anxiety could "freeze the housing market" — or encourage buyers and sellers to act if they expect things to get worse.