Reality Check For Refi Demand

NOTE: the rates discussed in this article are from MBA's weekly survey and pertain to last week.  This week's rates have already moved significantly higher according to our daily data. Mortgage application activity fell sharply last week as rising rates weighed on demand. The Mortgage Bankers A

Builder Confidence Inches Higher Amid Affordability Concerns

Builder confidence ticked slightly higher in March according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), though sentiment remains subdued as affordability concerns continue to weigh on the single-family market. The headline index rose one point to 38 ,

Home Appraisals During Divorce: How Do They Work and Who Foots the Bill?

Divorce can be both emotionally and financially complex, with one of the significant issues to resolve being what happens to the marital home. To divide assets fairly, a home appraisal must provide an objective assessment of the property’s fair market value, serving as a foundation for negotiations

Buying a House With a Baby on the Way? Here’s How to Plan Ahead

Welcoming a baby and buying a home are two major life milestones — and taking on both at once requires a well-structured financial plan. Many families wonder how to afford both without jeopardizing their financial stability.  This Redfin guide walks you through how to plan for both major milestones