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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

The homebuying workaround more Californians are considering

Seller financing offers an alternative to traditional bank loans, allowing buyers and sellers to negotiate terms directly.
#va-home-loans
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Many veterans still think VA loans need a down payment

98% of veterans using VA home loans are satisfied, but many still struggle with homeownership due to upfront costs and rising prices.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

VA loans are not slow, agents who prep early close faster

Real estate agents and lenders experienced with VA loans can close transactions quickly and efficiently, dispelling myths about VA home loans being slow while protecting both buyers and sellers through thorough appraisals.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Many veterans still think VA loans need a down payment

98% of veterans using VA home loans are satisfied, but many still struggle with homeownership due to upfront costs and rising prices.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

VA loans are not slow, agents who prep early close faster

Real estate agents and lenders experienced with VA loans can close transactions quickly and efficiently, dispelling myths about VA home loans being slow while protecting both buyers and sellers through thorough appraisals.
#reverse-mortgages
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

Reverse mortgage sales summit kicks off in Tennessee

Leadership is essential in the reverse mortgage industry as many seniors struggle to access their home equity despite its significant accumulation.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

C2 Financial's Urwin on reverse mortgage broker-lender evolution

New lender agreements are enhancing broker protections, but the reverse mortgage market must attract new borrowers beyond refinances.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

Reverse mortgage sales summit kicks off in Tennessee

Leadership is essential in the reverse mortgage industry as many seniors struggle to access their home equity despite its significant accumulation.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

C2 Financial's Urwin on reverse mortgage broker-lender evolution

New lender agreements are enhancing broker protections, but the reverse mortgage market must attract new borrowers beyond refinances.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Survey says homebuyers overestimate credit scores, down payments

Many potential homebuyers overestimate the requirements for credit scores, down payments, and mortgage rates, leading to unnecessary delays in purchasing a home.
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
SF real estate

Once the most expensive listing in SF, Pac Heights mansion sells for $27.5M

from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago
SF real estate

Dave Ramsey Warns Homebuyer Her $750,000 Is at Risk of Foreclosure Over a Mortgage Clause She Never Saw

SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Once the most expensive listing in SF, Pac Heights mansion sells for $27.5M

A historic San Francisco mansion sold for $27.5 million after being listed for $35 million earlier in 2023.
SF real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

The Best Cities in the U.S. to Buy a Vacation Rental, According to a New Study

Philadelphia is the best U.S. city for vacation rental investment due to low property prices and high rental income.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

If days on market is optional, what else is being hidden?

Private listing networks create confusion and limit market exposure, ultimately hurting sellers and buyers by obscuring true market conditions.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

New York joins states seeking to regulating private listing networks

The bill mandates public marketing of listings while allowing exceptions for seller privacy and safety concerns with informed consent.
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Dave Ramsey Warns Homebuyer Her $750,000 Is at Risk of Foreclosure Over a Mortgage Clause She Never Saw

A buyer can face foreclosure risks if a mortgage clause is overlooked during a property purchase.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Chase offers limited-time mortgage rate discount in May

The Relationship Pricing Program is a mortgage discount program that lowers a borrower's interest rate based on how much money they keep or move into eligible Chase deposit and investment accounts.
SF real estate
#mortgage-rates
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Mortgage Rates Idle While Spring Homebuying Season Stalls

Mortgage interest rates have stabilized around 6.10% amid ongoing economic uncertainty and the Iran conflict.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Mortgage Rates Move Lower as Economic Outlook Worsens

Mortgage interest rates have slightly improved, but the economic outlook remains negative, indicating deeper financial concerns for consumers and businesses.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Rising Mortgage Rates May Squelch Spring Homebuying Season

Mortgage rates have risen to 6.34%, influenced by inflation and the war in Iran, impacting the spring homebuying season.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Mortgage Rates Idle While Spring Homebuying Season Stalls

Mortgage interest rates have stabilized around 6.10% amid ongoing economic uncertainty and the Iran conflict.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Mortgage Rates Move Lower as Economic Outlook Worsens

Mortgage interest rates have slightly improved, but the economic outlook remains negative, indicating deeper financial concerns for consumers and businesses.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Rising Mortgage Rates May Squelch Spring Homebuying Season

Mortgage rates have risen to 6.34%, influenced by inflation and the war in Iran, impacting the spring homebuying season.
SF real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

Landlords who were barred from evicting tenants during COVID are in settlement talks with DOJ to recoup as much as $1.5 billion | Fortune

Landlords are suing the CDC over a federal eviction moratorium, claiming it violated their rights and caused significant financial losses.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

An experimental Eichler in San Mateo - 1 of only 2 - lists for $4.5M

The Eichler X-100 home, a mid-century modern design, is on the market for $4.5 million and showcases innovative steel construction.
SF real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
4 years ago

Where Does Nicole Kidman Live? The Practical Magic Star Owns Properties Around the Globe

Nicole Kidman has settled in Nashville with her daughters after her divorce from Keith Urban, embracing her life and community there.
#housing-market
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Homeowners Gained 44% in Housing Wealth While New Buyers Face the Worst Affordability Since 2007

Homeowners saw a 44% increase in housing wealth from 2019 to 2022, while renters faced unprecedented affordability challenges.
fromFortune
1 week ago
SF real estate

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
SF real estate

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Real estate has had a terrible start to spring-usually housing's hottest season | Fortune

The 2026 housing market is struggling due to high mortgage rates and low consumer confidence, leading to a decline in home sales.
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Another month, another record-high home price: March hits $408,800-the 33rd straight increase | Fortune

Home prices continue to rise, reaching a record high, despite falling sales and promises to increase housing inventory.
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Homeowners Gained 44% in Housing Wealth While New Buyers Face the Worst Affordability Since 2007

Homeowners saw a 44% increase in housing wealth from 2019 to 2022, while renters faced unprecedented affordability challenges.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 week ago

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

The shortage of starter homes in America is primarily due to mortgage industry practices that favor larger loans over affordable housing.
SF real estate
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

The housing markets in Florida and Texas are experiencing a significant buyer's market shift, with sellers outnumbering buyers substantially.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Home prices are falling in these 89 housing markets-see what's behind it

U.S. home prices increased by 0.8% year-over-year from March 2025 to March 2026, showing a slowdown in growth compared to previous years.
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Real estate has had a terrible start to spring-usually housing's hottest season | Fortune

The 2026 housing market is struggling due to high mortgage rates and low consumer confidence, leading to a decline in home sales.
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Another month, another record-high home price: March hits $408,800-the 33rd straight increase | Fortune

Home prices continue to rise, reaching a record high, despite falling sales and promises to increase housing inventory.
#homeownership
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago
SF real estate

The Housing Boom Made Two-Thirds of Americans Wealthier and Priced Out the Rest

Homeowners experienced significant wealth gains post-pandemic, while non-owners faced increasing barriers to homeownership and affordability challenges.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 month ago

The median first-time homebuyer is now 40. Zillow's CEO says don't expect that to change anytime soon | Fortune

The median age of first-time homebuyers in the U.S. has risen to 40 due to affordability challenges and housing shortages.
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

The Housing Boom Made Two-Thirds of Americans Wealthier and Priced Out the Rest

Homeowners experienced significant wealth gains post-pandemic, while non-owners faced increasing barriers to homeownership and affordability challenges.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 month ago

The median first-time homebuyer is now 40. Zillow's CEO says don't expect that to change anytime soon | Fortune

The median age of first-time homebuyers in the U.S. has risen to 40 due to affordability challenges and housing shortages.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Freddie Mac has strong Q1 2026 as lower rates drive refi growth

Freddie Mac's net income for the first quarter was $3.6 billion, with net revenues reaching $6.1 billion, largely due to a 10% increase in net interest income to $5.6 billion.
SF real estate
#homeowners-insurance
SF real estate
fromEarth911
4 weeks ago

How Climate Disasters Are Breaking the Homeowners Insurance Market

Homeowners in high-risk areas face significant insurance premium increases due to climate risk, impacting affordability and availability of home insurance.
SF real estate
fromEarth911
4 weeks ago

How Climate Disasters Are Breaking the Homeowners Insurance Market

Homeowners in high-risk areas face significant insurance premium increases due to climate risk, impacting affordability and availability of home insurance.
SF real estate
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Millions of homes in the U.S. are uninsured. NPR wants to hear your story

Many homeowners are forgoing home insurance due to rising costs, exposing themselves to financial risks from extreme weather events.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

HUD rescinds FHA, USDA energy efficiency rule for new homes

Today, I am rescinding this onerous rule because it literally can bring an increase of $20,000 to $31,000 per single family project.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

New credit scores models raise questions on LLPAs and liquidity

New credit score models aim to lower mortgage costs while managing lender risk, incorporating more borrower data for FHA loans.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Tennessee set to legalize proprietary reverse mortgages

Tennessee's new legislation improves access to proprietary reverse mortgages for seniors, addressing gaps in the federal HECM program.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Freddie Mac securitizes Newrez VantageScore 4.0 mortgages

Newrez originated roughly $10 million in mortgages scored with VantageScore 4.0 that Freddie Mac has now securitized. The move is part of a pilot that helped federal housing agencies greenlight wider use of modern credit scores.
SF real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

OpenAI's original San Francisco office is on the market for $1.5 million. Take a look inside.

"I think real estate is one part just logistics and a transaction, but there's a part of it for everybody that's a little bit emotional. I don't know if this changes the price of the property, but even if it's not that OpenAI started in that living room, any history that you can know about a place always adds a little bit to your understanding of the place and how you view the place."
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I started buying properties with family and friends in my 20s. I've bought 10 total, and one has made over $400k on Airbnb.

Co-buying properties with friends and family can accelerate homeownership and investment opportunities.
#housing-affordability
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
SF real estate

Trump's big housing market solution is dead on arrival, UBS says-its model is Texas from 25 years ago | Fortune

SF real estate
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Trump's big housing market solution is dead on arrival, UBS says-its model is Texas from 25 years ago | Fortune

The Trump administration's housing strategy focuses on deregulation but faces skepticism regarding its effectiveness in addressing the affordability crisis.
SF real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This State Ranks No. 1 for Moving-and Home Prices Are Expected to Fall in 2026

Florida is projected to experience home price declines of 1.9 percent in 2026, making it an attractive relocation destination as the national median home price rises 2.2 percent.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

President Donald Trump: I have an idea to help first-time homebuyers

Federal government could allocate tariff revenue to provide up to 6% purchase price assistance to first-time homebuyers using federally backed mortgages, directly reducing closing costs and interest rates rather than extending loan terms.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Redfin asks NWMLS to allow premarketing for Seattle listings

Redfin argues that the current NWMLS rules limit how sellers can test pricing and demand before going fully live on the MLS, which many sellers find restrictive.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Gen Z is carving a different path in the housing market by going it alone | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly buying homes alone, with 53% of buyers aged 18-26 purchasing without partners, a significant rise from millennials.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

Where Does Luke Bryan Live? Examining the Country Star's Southern Real Estate Holdings

Luke Bryan hired Nashville designer Chad James to imbue his 150-acre farm with that southern sensibility, custom-building a 10,000-square-foot mansion, a three-bedroom guesthouse, and a massive party barn on the rural property.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Trump's White House: America is short 10 million houses | Fortune

The U.S. faces a 10 million housing shortage, and regulatory cuts could boost construction and stabilize prices.
SF real estate
fromwww.thelocal.dk
2 years ago

Can foreigners buy a summer house in Denmark?

Foreign nationals can buy summer houses in Denmark, but must apply for permission if they have lived in Denmark for less than five years.
fromArchitectural Digest
3 weeks ago

Where Does Tom Selleck Live? Let's Explore the Blue Bloods Star's Real Estate

During the filming of Magnum, from 1980 until 1988, Selleck reportedly rented a one-bedroom guest cottage on a 5,000-square-foot plot of land in Honolulu. In 1993, he returned, buying the ocean-view property for an undisclosed sum and moving into its 1929-built two-bedroom main house.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromThe Nation
4 weeks ago

Young Democrats Are Done Waiting for Their Turn in Office

Younger Americans face challenges in homeownership, prompting initiatives to encourage renters to run for political office.
#home-equity
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
SF real estate

Clark Howard to Utah Couple With $450K Equity: Sell Now and Keep Every Dollar Tax-Free

Selling the property is financially wiser than renting it out due to better returns and tax benefits.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

HomeLight says more buyers seek down payment help in 2026

Home equity access is rising, but affordability challenges persist, leading many to seek down payment assistance and alternative housing options.
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Clark Howard to Utah Couple With $450K Equity: Sell Now and Keep Every Dollar Tax-Free

Selling the property is financially wiser than renting it out due to better returns and tax benefits.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

HomeLight says more buyers seek down payment help in 2026

Home equity access is rising, but affordability challenges persist, leading many to seek down payment assistance and alternative housing options.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Texas SB 17 has reshaped foreign capital in homebuilding

Texas Senate Bill 17 reshapes real estate ownership by imposing political risks, impacting foreign investments, particularly from China.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Finance of America launches new reverse mortgage line of credit

HomeSafe Second Line of Credit offers a nonrevolving reverse mortgage option for accessing home equity without new monthly payments.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Homeowner Assistance Fund backstopped vulnerable borrowers

The insights from this report help us think about potential gaps in the loss mitigation waterfall and the types of homeowners who may benefit from targeted support when they experience a crisis.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Nothing to see in Texas: How a Texas court put AML efforts further behind

The U.S. struggles with real estate transparency in the fight against money laundering, facing privacy concerns and political resistance.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
1 month ago

What inventory signals about Florida's housing market correction

Florida's housing market is vulnerable due to significant price increases during the Pandemic Housing Boom and recent shifts in supply-demand dynamics.
SF real estate
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Fannie and Freddie stock prices are soaring today, but still down for the year. Here's why

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac stocks surged after Bill Ackman's social media endorsement, highlighting their perceived undervaluation.
SF real estate
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

9 Airbnbs That Once Belonged to Legends Like Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, and Jane Austen

Airbnb features properties formerly owned by celebrities, offering unique historical experiences for guests.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bad News All Around!' Fox Business Host Stunned By Highly Inflationary' Prices in Total Bummer of an Economic Analysis

High energy prices are kryptonite for the housing market. Affordability, especially for those first-time home buyers, is now an elusive dream until oil prices come down and interest rates come down.
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 month ago

The ROAD Act passed by the Senate aims to expand America's housing supply. It's likely to shrink it instead | Fortune

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to limit single-family home rentals to address the housing shortage.
SF real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Ramsey Tells Divorcing Mom Earning $75K With $123K Debt: Sell Your Car, Triple Your Real Estate Income

D's $123,000 debt requires drastic measures, including selling her car and stopping credit card payments to regain financial control.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Real Estate Market Trends in San Francisco, CA: Prices Fall

San Francisco's real estate market is tightening, with fewer listings and faster sales, giving sellers significant leverage over buyers.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 month ago

Mark Cuban bought a $25 million mansion sight unseen - and got it for 50% off. His secret? 'The best guaranteed return on investment' | Fortune

Mark Cuban purchased a $25 million mansion sight unseen, exemplifying his investment strategy of buying at steep discounts.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 month ago

A man let ChatGPT sell his home. It beat every agent's estimate by $100K-and closed in 5 days | Fortune

AI can effectively assist individuals in the home-selling process, providing confidence and better pricing than traditional real estate agents.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

NAREB president calls for 'optimistic underwriting'

NAREB addresses homeownership barriers through policy advocacy, grassroots outreach, and a Community Property Fairness Initiative challenging FHA's spousal debt underwriting rules in nine states.
SF real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

An Albert Frey and Hugh Kaptur Classic Reawakens in Palm Springs

Ronnie Sassoon and James Crump restore the Burgess House, a neglected midcentury modernist desert residence designed by Hugh Kaptur and Albert Frey, bringing proper recognition to its architectural significance.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Trump mortgage credit order draws praise from lenders

An executive order aims to lower mortgage lending costs by revising origination requirements and adjusting supervision, though many provisions require congressional action and rulemaking that may not be finalized until late 2026 or early 2027.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac revise condo insurance standards

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac updated insurance requirements allowing ACV roof coverage for condos while maintaining RCV for other property, reducing homeowner costs and expanding mortgage market access.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Mortgage Rates May Keep Rising Even as Fed Holds Steady

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady while mortgage rates increased due to rising oil prices from the Iran conflict, reducing future loan values and making borrowing more expensive.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Finance of America expands HomeSafe Second reverse mortgage

Finance of America launches HomeSafe Second, a second lien product for homeowners 55+ to access home equity without refinancing or making monthly payments.
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