Inflation Hitting Millennial, Gen Z Renters Harder than Others

Millennials who took on a new rental lease in July saw their overall cost of goods and services increase 11.6% year over year, substantially higher than 8.5% for the U.S. population as a whole, said Redfin, Seattle.

Redfin: Drought-Affected Areas Seeing Growth

An estimated $17 trillion worth of homes—nearly 25 million properties—experienced intense drought in August, up 42% from a year earlier. It’s not stopping property-hungry borrowers, according to Redfin, Seattle.

Sellers Increasingly Reluctant to List Homes; Investors Stepping Up

Redfin, Seattle, said would-be sellers are reluctant to list their homes as they have begun to see prices come down. With few new listings, buyers’ newfound bargaining power is reaching its limit, especially now that demand has stabilized.

Housing Market Roundup Aug. 23, 2022

Here’s a quick summary of housing/real estate finance articles that have come across the MBA NewsLink desk:

Housing Market Roundup Aug. 22 2022

Here’s a quick summary of housing/real estate finance articles that have come across the MBA NewsLink desk:

Homebuyer Competition At 2-Year Low

Six months ago, prospective homebuyers across the country faced stiff competition from each other, with homes for sale receiving multiple, escalating bids. What a difference a few months make.

Redfin: Record Share of Homebuyers Looking to Relocate

Redfin, Seattle, reported the share of homebuyers looking to relocate jumped in July as high mortgage rates and home prices motivated Americans to move to more affordable areas.