The thought of moving to a far-off destination can be tempting. But while the fantasy of moving somewhere new is exciting, the reality is...

According to the Mortgage Bankers Association's Weekly Applications Survey, demand for loans to buy homes increased last week for the...

Home buyers are more likely to be focused on their budget, the latest listings, and the details of their upcoming move than they are the...

As a home owner, having equity means your home is worth more than what you owe on your mortgage. It's a good position to be in, as equity...

Higher mortgage rates have home buyers feeling more hesitant. But if you're a buyer who's concerned about declining affordability...

The past few years have favored home sellers. Fewer homes available for sale pushed competition between buyers and drove home prices...

The Mortgage Bankers Association's Purchase Applications Payment Index measures the national median payment applied for by prospective...

Home showings are a good indicator to watch, if you want to get a feel for what's happening in the housing market. After all, what better...

The past few years have been good to homeowners. Rising home prices and a hot housing market meant homeowners who were looking to make a...

The housing market has shifted. Higher rates, slower demand, and economic uncertainty have cooled the pace of the once hot market. But...

Home buyers have money on their mind. They're concerned about rising costs, inflation, and the price of homes. But, according to one...

These days, everyone has questions about the housing market. Conditions changed rapidly earlier in the year and potential home buyers and...

The past several years have been tough for first-time home buyers. The inventory shortage that kept buyers fighting over too few homes...

Fannie Mae conducts a monthly survey of Americans to gauge public perception of the housing market and economy. The survey asks...

Home buyers hoping to buy without busting their budget may be in luck. Because though mortgage rates continue to climb and prices remain...

The home price surge of the past few years was primarily caused by a lack of homes for sale. Too few options led buyers to fight for the...

You want to feel safe at home. Which is why it's important to do some risk assessment when shopping for a house to buy. After all,...