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New-home sales post unexpectedly large decline in January

At the same time, the median sales price for a new home hit its highest level since 2022, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.   

Rate to offer mortgage balance coverage insurance for first responders

Rate announced an initiative that will offer first responders a one-year accidental death insurance policy that covers their mortgage balance up to $650,000 if they die in the line of duty.

Case-Shiller: Home prices hit all-time high for the 19th month in a row in December

In Denver, home prices rose 1.51% year over year and 0.08% month over month in December. 

What looming tariffs could mean for homebuilding and the economy

Now that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are beginning to take shape, homebuilders are wary.

NAHB: Tariff worries help send builder confidence to five-month low

At the same time, builder sales expectations for the next six months posted their second-largest drop since the sentiment index started in 1985. 

As Redfin and Zillow partner in $100 million rental deal, Redfin lays off 450 employees

In the wake of this news, Redfin also laid off 450 employees.

NAR’s Lawrence Yun predicts home-sales growth of 9% or more in 2025

Yun expects mortgage rates to drop to 6% by the end of the year.

Who is new HUD secretary, Scott Turner?

Scott Turner, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), was confirmed to the role in a 55-44 vote.

Medieval in Maryland

In Silver Spring, Maryland, stands a modern castle. Built in 2004, the property blends luxury features with medieval architecture.

Trump tariffs will hurt housing affordability, says NAHB

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican goods will harm housing affordability in the United States, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) said in a statement over the weekend.

Gothic Revival, bayou charm

A designated landmark, this New Orleans structure is a prime example of the South’s famous Gothic Revival architecture.

CoreLogic: U.S. home prices rose 3.4% in November

On a city basis, Chicago posted the highest annual increase among the country’s 20 largest metros, followed by Miami, Las Vegas and Washington, D.C. 

How much did it cost to build a new home in 2024?

What exactly goes into homebuilding costs, and how do those costs translate to profits for builders — and home prices for buyers?

NAR: Existing-home sales rise for third month in a row in December

The median existing-home price for all housing types in December rose 6% from its year-ago level.    

Mark Willis steps down as CEO and president of Keller Williams, transitions to chief leadership officer

Willis initially served as president from 2002 to 2005 and as CEO from 2005 to 2014. He then resumed the post of CEO in November 2023 and took over as president again in March of last year.

Denver home sales surge year over year in December

Nationally, home sales were up 13.3% year over year and 4.4% month over month, RE/MAX said. 

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