Modular, 3D-printed and prefab homes are growing in popularity as rebuilding options after disasters despite image and transportation hurdles.
Freestanding cabinets, hutches, and vintage pieces offer stylish, flexible storage at lower costs, as interest grows in “unfitted” kitchens and resale finds.
New home purchase mortgage applications fell 4.5% year-over-year in May, with estimated sales down 12.1% from April, the MBA said.
Federal Reserve officials expect inflation to rise but still anticipate two interest rate cuts by the year’s end. Interest rates impact mortgage rates.
Simple furniture swaps, like a new chair, bench or coffee table, can refresh a home for summer guests and gatherings with no renovations needed.
Housing starts fell 9.8% in May, driven by a sharp drop in multifamily construction, while single-family starts were mostly flat amid ongoing market pressures.
Before you start house hunting, use tools and formulas to estimate how much house you can afford.
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.81% from 6.84% last week, while 15-year mortgage rates eased to 5.96% from 5.97%, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said.
New research shows dark olive green and rich navy blue are the value-boosting colors of 2025. Buyers prefer dark shades of green, blue and gray.
New laws boost housing, end the business rent tax, strengthen property rights and improve condo transparency. Some measures still await the governor’s signature.
