US home rental prices hit highest level in 2 years
As of May 2021, the median national rent reached $1,527, up 5.5%, compared to a year ago, according to Realtor.com.
4 reasons why your mortgage application could be rejected
Check yourself if you want to ensure your loan application is approved.
Mortgage refinancing demand rises as interest rates hold steady near record lows, MBA survey finds
Mortgage applications increased 4.2% from last week, with mortgage refinance applications experiencing the greatest gains. Here's what you need to know.
Fed projects two rate hikes by 2023 – how to lower your rate now
The Federal Reserve announced after its June meeting that inflation could increase faster than it originally expected. And while it will keep interest rates low for now, more members are predicting at least two rate hikes by 2023.
The best, worst US states to live in this year: report
On Tuesday, WalletHub released a report that ranked all 50 U.S. states to find the best places to live in 2021.
New housing construction falls short by 5.5 million units
Angel Oak Capital Advisors CIO Sam Dunlap breaks down the 'historic supply and demand mismatch' that has construction lagging behind historical levels.
Today's mortgage refinance rates rise across all terms for the first time in 66 days | June 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 17, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
Charles Manson LaBiancas' murder home finally sells for $1.9M
The home where Charles Manson’s followers brutally murdered the LaBiancas five decades ago has found a buyer.
Today's mortgage rates rise across most terms, 20-year rates hold | June 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 17, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Home equity: How to build it efficiently in 5 ways
Home equity is your most valuable asset and it gives you more financial options. Learn how to kick start building equity in your home.
Refinancing a jumbo loan: What to know
Refinancing a jumbo loan could potentially mean big savings. While similar to a typical mortgage refinance, you can expect stricter requirements. Here’s what you need to know.
WeWork's Adam Neumann to pay $44M for two Miami Beach properties
WeWork founder Adam Neumann is in contract to buy adjacent properties on Miami Beach's Bal Harbour Marina for $44 million.
‘RHOBH’ star Erika Jayne downgrades to LA rental after divorce
Blondes usually have more fun, unless you’re Erika Jayne and have to downgrade from a 10,200-square-foot mansion to a 2,100-square-foot home.
Federal Reserve elects to hold interest rates at 0%
Emerging from its June meeting, the Federal Reserve announced it is not taking action on the federal funds rate, which will remain at the target 0% to 0.25% range.
New York City grapples with growing presence of homeless in midtown Manhattan
An influx of homeless people into Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood after an emergency move by New York City to ease crowding in shelters has been a fact of pandemic life for the neighborhood since last spring.
Cantor Fitzgerald exec and wife face lawsuit after refusing to leave Hamptons rental: report
A top Cantor Fitzgerald exec and his wife are refusing to vacate their tony Hamptons rental – and they are living like a “Hoarders’’ episode while exploiting special COVID-19 rules barring eviction, according to a lawsuit and sources.
Having trouble saving money? These strategies can help
Saving money can be difficult, especially without a solid plan. Thankfully, there are many strategies that can easily help you save more.
Mortgage rate decline juices refinances
The Mortgage Bankers Association's refinance index for the week ending June 11 jumped 6% from the previous week, but is still down 22% compared to the same week a year ago. The refinance share of mortgage activity increased to 61.7% of total applications, compared to 60.4% the previous week.
US housing market needs 5.5 million more units: report
Construction of new housing in the past 20 years fell 5.5 million units short of long-term historical levels, according to a new National Association of Realtors report, which is calling for a “once-in-a-generation” policy response.
Today's mortgage rates largely unchanged, but 20-year rates jump | June 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.


















