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Home-price appreciation slowed in February, but economic uncertainty clouds outlook
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index for February rose 3.9% year over year, a slight decrease from the 4.1% annual gain in January.
Are trade deals good for mortgage rates?
After wild volatility following liberation day, mortgage rates have calmed down. What impact will trade deals have on mortgage rates?
Agent commission rates have barely budged: Anywhere
Agent commission rates were only down between two and six basis points annually across Anywhere’s business segments.
Waiting for a big drop in home prices? It could be a while
Homeowners with low-cost debt and good cash flow are not motivated to provide any significant cut to home prices when they sell. HW+ Premium Content
LoanDepot profits surge in Q3 as margins rebound
According to loanDepot’s quarterly earnings report released on Monday, net income jumped to $154.3 million compared to $26.3 million in the second quarter. HW+ Premium Content
HW+ Member Spotlight: Mark Jones
This week’s HW+ member spotlight features Mark Jones, as he discusses the changes he would make to housing regulations if he could. HW+ Premium Content
