Pending Home Sales Fall for the First Time Since November

Pending Home Sales Fall for the First Time Since November

The numbers: Contract signings on U.S. homes fell for the first time since last November, as buyers faced a tough market in March due to an undersupply of houses. U.S. pending-home sales fell 5.2% in March, according to the monthly index released Thursday by the...
Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates Feb. 22, 2023

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates Feb. 22, 2023

Mortgage rates increased further this week, following the bond market trend. According to Freddie Mac, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 6.50% from 6.32% the previous week. Even with this increase, owning a home is still affordable for Americans if...
6 Universal Design Tips for Easy, Long-Term Living at Home

6 Universal Design Tips for Easy, Long-Term Living at Home

Making your forever home as beautiful as possible is a no-brainer. But when it comes to improving accessibility, not every homeowner prioritizes with the future in mind. Mobility and functionality are key for comfortably aging in place. Plus, home design that factors...