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Housing Market

Houston’s Tesla-Powered Homes Spark National Interest

Realtor.com reports on a new Tesla-powered housing development in Houston where solar roofs, Powerwalls, and EV chargers are fueling sky-high demand—despite political controversy and premium pricing.

April 24, 2025

Housing Market

Zillow Downgrades U.S. Home Price Forecast

Zillow just downgraded its U.S. home price forecast, now predicting a 1.7% YoY decline by 2026 as inventory climbs and affordability pressures mount.

April 18, 2025

Housing Market

Homebuyers Now Need Over $50K More Than Renters—And the Gap Keeps Growing

A new Redfin report finds homebuyers must now earn $116,633 to afford a median-priced home—81.8% more than the $64,160 renters need to cover their monthly payment.

April 17, 2025

Housing Market

Zelman vs. Mohtashami: The Housing Debate Agents Need to Hear

In an expert panel hosted by HousingWire, Ivy Zelman and Logan Mohtashami engage in a housing debate agents need to hear, breaking down the real story behind inventory, affordability, and why the “housing shortage” narrative isn’t so simple.

April 16, 2025

Housing Market

81% of Sellers Think They Will Get Their Asking Price

Realtor.com® report finds 81% of potential home sellers expect to get their asking price or more, and 70% believe now is a good time to sell. Nearly 80% are moving out of necessity, with 46% seeking a new community and 34% needing more space.

April 15, 2025

How Tariffs & Stock Market Volatitlity Are Impacting Luxury Real Estate

Housing Market

How Tariffs & Stock Market Volatility Are Impacting Luxury Real Estate

U.S. luxury home prices rose 4.7% year over year in 2024, but high-end properties are taking an average of 319 days to sell, with predictable consequences for sellers. Meanwhile stock market volatility could drive more investors toward luxury real estate.

April 14, 2025

Housing Market

What Happens to Home Prices & Mortgage Rates in a Recession?

What happens to housing in a recession? Keeping Current Matters and Realtor.com data show that home prices rose in four of the last six recessions, while mortgage rates fell every time.

April 10, 2025

Housing Market

5 Best Metros to Buy & Sell This Spring

A new Zillow report highlights the 5 best metros to buy (and sell) this spring. At one million homes for sale, February 2025 had the highest pre-spring inventory since before the pandemic—while sellers in Buffalo and San Jose see 56%+ of homes selling above asking.

April 10, 2025

Housing Market

The #1 Thing Buyers Want From Agents (& Why Most Aren’t Getting It)

NAR’s 2025 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report reveals that while 49% of buyers want their agent to help them find the right home, only 29% actually find their home through their agent—highlighting a major gap in expectations versus reality.

April 7, 2025

Housing Market

Is Your State Affordable? Here’s How Many Days of Work It Takes to Cover a Mortgage

Realtor.com’s latest report reveals how many days of work are needed to afford a monthly mortgage payment in each state, with Hawaii topping the list at 17 days. States like Ohio and Illinois require only 6-7 days, highlighting significant regional differences in home affordability across the U.S.

April 5, 2025

Housing Market

Mortgage Rates on Watch After Bond Yields Slide Post-Tariff Announcement

Trump’s new tariffs sent bond yields tumbling. Here’s why mortgage rates could follow, and what it means for homebuyers, builders, and the housing market.

April 3, 2025

Housing Market

Your Next Listing Is Already in Your CRM: The 2025 Generational Trends Report

The 2025 Generational Trends Report, released today by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), reveals that 66% of sellers used a past agent or a referral. Here’s what real estate professionals need to know about earning repeat business.

April 2, 2025