The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)’s Builder Application Survey data for July 2025, released on Monday, shows that mortgage applications for new-home purchases increased 6.8% compared from a year ...

Holiday home shopping can mean better prices and motivated sellers — making now a great time to buy. Plus, top lenders for ...

The demand for second homes or “vacation homes” was down last year, according to a new report from Redfin. U.S. homebuyers took out 90,772 mortgages for second homes in 2023, down 40% from 2022 and ...

Deals are falling through as buyers grow selective and the reality of high housing costs hits home. Nearly 56,000 home-purchase agreements were canceled in June, equal to 14.9% of homes that went ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The latest sign of trouble in the U.S. housing market: A pickup in home purchase agreements falling through before they’re finalized. Some 6% of pending contracts to buy a home were ...

According to a 2024 report from the Aspen Institute Financial Security Program, “Renters possess less than 3 percent of the wealth of homeowners, with a median net worth of $10,400 compared to ...

If you're thinking about buying a new home, there’s a decent chance you’re planning to make the purchase in the summer. After all, summer is the most popular time to buy a home in the U.S. In fact, ...

If you're in the market for a second home, you're likely considering your financing options. While a traditional mortgage is one possibility, it comes with its challenges, particularly at today's ...

For many, the idea of purchasing a second home, whether as a vacation getaway, investment property or future retirement residence, is a tantalizing prospect. However, the down payment typically ...