Oct. Consumer Confidence Improves as Delta Fades
After three declining months, U.S. consumers felt better in Oct. about both the current and future economy, with the confidence index rising 4 points to 113.8.
September New Home Sales Jump 14%
New single-family homes hit a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 800K units last month – well above economists’ expectations.
Aug. Home Prices Surged at Near-Record Pace
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city home price index soared 19.7% in August compared to one year ago – only slightly less than July’s 20% jump.
Coalition Pushing FHFA to Fund More Affordable Housing
20 housing groups want more out of Fannie and Freddie’s “Duty to Serve” regulation – specifically more funding for manufactured, rural and affordable housing.
How to Turn a Cold Call Into a Warm Call — That Gets Results
You get a lead. You call and no one answers. Frustrated, you move on. Big mistake. Here’s a simple plan for getting people to pick up the phone.
74% of Seniors Say Best Financial Decision Was Buying a Home
Beyond a home’s sentimental value, 74% of older adults surveyed said buying was the best financial decision they ever made. For 73%, it’s their most valuable asset.
2021 Homebuyers: Middle-Aged, Married, College Educated
The average American homebuyer is 45 years old, married or partnered, college-educated and likely buying a home located in the South; 26% are age 30 to 39.
ULI and PwC 2022 RE Forecast: Resilience, Flexibility, Optimism
An interview with 1,700 RE experts found high expectations for the real estate market in 2022. Traditional spaces – homes, offices, shopping centers, etc. – have changing expectations, but 75% of investors now feel confident about their decisions. Last year, less than 50% said the same.
Is Your LinkedIn Profile Working for You?
First rule of LinkedIn: The more connections you have, the more potential clients you have. And think of your summary section as a personal advertisement.
Post-Hurricane FEMA Claims? Fla. Man Gets 2 Years for Lying
A Jacksonville court sentenced a 27-year old to two years in prison for lying on an aid application after Hurricane Irma; he must repay $8K to the federal government.