Small backyard homes break new ground A quiet housing evolution is taking place in backyards across the U.S., as new zoning laws and permitting process make it easier to build accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs.
How empty-nest homes fit into the housing equation With almost 21 million empty nest homes across the country, a real estate opportunity could be in the works.
Homeowners are doing mortgage math – this is their tipping point Should they stay or should they go? More than half of homeowners have a mortgage rate sweet spot to make a move.
Forget buying a first home — buy a first property instead Some first-time buyers are “rentvesting” — prioritizing the purchase of a rental or vacation property first as an investment while continuing to pay rent themselves.
Homebuyers gain edge in challenging spring market Interest rates continue to test homebuyers this spring, but the market might be trending in their favor as listings surge and home prices show signs of easing.
Adding value: Building the foundation of property wealth Owning real estate can be a cornerstone of long-term prosperity and even generational wealth. The CurrencyTM will be following the latest housing trends in May.
Sellers sweeten the deal: 44% help with closing costs and repairs As the housing market starts to sway in buyers’ favor, sellers are getting creative with concessions at near-record rates.
Golden age of living: 55-and-over communities ready to welcome Gen X As Gen X approaches their next life stage, 55+ communities could be one way to both drive home equity and thrive socially.
America’s cities are back: Where people are moving More Americans are moving to urban areas instead of suburbs or smaller towns, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Tapping in: Home equity lending starts to flow again The recent surge in property values has Americans taking a closer look at home equity loans and lines of credit to pay for renovations and living expenses.
Will home sales spring forward after tough winter? Recent home sales data isn’t likely to lift the moods of buyers or sellers navigating a very challenging market, but there are signs of new life as spring nears.
Renovation rebound: Home remodeling is on the rise Spending on home renovations is expected to reach $509 billion in 2025, signaling that U.S. homeowners may be slowly but surely expanding the size and scope of home projects.
