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Housing starts surprise to the upside in August 

New-home construction posted a 12.2% month-over-month increase in August, thanks in large part to a significant jump in multifamily building.  

Builder confidence falls for ninth consecutive month 

A continuing combination of increased interest rates, supply-chain disruptions and high home prices has sapped homebuilder sentiment every month this year. 

Sellers lose the upper hand as mortgage rates rise

The housing market is starting to become more balanced.

Dallas named No. 3 city for real estate investment in 2022 and 2023

Norada noted Dallas’ strong economy and renters market.

30-year fixed tops 6% for first time since 2008 in latest MBA survey 

Mortgage applications declined 1.2% during the week ended Sept. 9, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey. 

ATTOM: Foreclosure rates returning to pre-pandemic levels

ATTOM’s 2022 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report shows that foreclosure filings are up 118% compared to this time last year.

Student loan forgiveness could mean homeownership for millennials

The recent order by President Joe Biden canceling tens of millions of dollars in student loan debt is good news for the real estate industry, according to a new report.

As demand for new homes cools, builders reconsider future plans

A sudden slowdown in home construction hasn’t affected the rise of new apartment buildings. Ten of the country’s top metros are set to reach five-year peaks in new-apartment construction during 2022.

Live out your fantasy in the Unicorn House

Located near downtown Atlanta is a charming, funky hideaway aptly called the Unicorn House. It’s embellished with backyard greenery, several outbuildings and so — so — much colorful art.

Land ho! For the low price of $49,000

Treasure awaits … floating on the Potomac River in Virginia. This unique pirate ship home is listed by owner Daniel Corder for $49,000.

Median days on the market increases in Dallas and nationwide

Homebuyers nationwide had more time to make decisions in August with the first year-over-year increase in median days on the market since June 2020.

North Richland Hills ranked among top family-friendly cities in the U.S.

North Richland Hills has been named one of the 15 most family-friendly cities in the nation, according to iBuyer platform Opendoor.

Share of ARM applications hits highest percentage in 15 years

More borrowers are turning to adjustable-rate mortgages to save money as interest rates climb.

Bigger portion of Dallas and Fort Worth homes sitting on the market for 30-plus days

The share of homes listed for more than 30 days has increased 42.9% in Dallas and 43.4% in Fort Worth in the last year, according to Redfin.

Pending home sales decline for second consecutive month in July 

The modest 1% decline could indicate the current housing cycle is reaching a bottom as mortgage rates recede from their recent high, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

New-home sales plunge 12.6% in July 

The median price of a new home sold during the month was up 5.9%, however, according to figures from the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

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