Arch MI: Housing affordability is about to get a lot worse

Arch MI: Housing affordability is about to get a lot worse

Several reports showed home prices continue to increase as affordability falls, however affordability will plummet even more next year. The Federal Reserve plans to raise interest rates once more this year, and several times over the next couple of years. Currently,...
FHFA index shows home price growth slowed in May

FHFA index shows home price growth slowed in May

Home prices continue to hit new highs with the latest increase in May, a slowdown from April’s increase but still up month-over-month, according to the House Price Index released by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Home prices increased 0.4% monthly in May,...
Case-Shiller: Housing is not repeating the bubble period

Case-Shiller: Housing is not repeating the bubble period

Home prices continued to increase in May, however experts explained housing is not repeating the bubble period, according to the latest report from S&P Dow Jones Indices and CoreLogic. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index, which covers...
9 Effortless Ways to Reduce Your Electric Bill Right Now

9 Effortless Ways to Reduce Your Electric Bill Right Now

We all want to save energy and money, right? But it’s not always so easy – perhaps you don’t have the time for a home energy audit, or maybe there simply isn’t room in the budget for that energy-saving appliance you want. No...
9 Pools That Will Make You Wish Every Week Were Shark Week

9 Pools That Will Make You Wish Every Week Were Shark Week

We’re all bummed that Michael Phelps didn’t race a real shark. Instead of heading to the beach, we’ll console ourselves during the non-viewing hours of Shark Week by splashing around somewhere we know it’s safe to go in the water: a cool and...

Understanding the Role of the Real Estate Agent

The road to homeownership can be bumpy, and it’s often filled with unexpected turns and detours. That’s why it makes sense to have a real estate pro help guide the way. While real estate websites and mobile apps can help you identify houses you may be...
Top 10 cities where low-income housing sees best performance

Top 10 cities where low-income housing sees best performance

Low income households struggle in many cities across the U.S. as home prices rise and housing inventory shrinks. Low-income households are defined as those who make less than 80% of the local median income level. However, some low-income levels might be surprising. In...
Small Updates, Big Return: 5 Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value

Small Updates, Big Return: 5 Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value

Whether your home improvements are for you or potential buyers, consider their impact on your home’s potential resale price before picking up your toolbox (or the phone to call a contractor). A brand-new kitchen or bathroom will undoubtedly wow potential buyers,...