According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph in article). Full article here: Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t. (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are...
There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make you feel a little less sure about your decision. A recent study by CNBC asked homebuyers what they’re most worried about, and three themes kept coming up again and again. Full article here: 3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today's Housing...
Potential sellers are heading into the 2026 spring market with high expectations and a relatively grounded view of what it takes to get there. According to the Realtor.com® 2026 Spring Seller Survey conducted by the Research and Insights team, 83% of those planning to sell in the next 12 months expect to receive their asking price or more, three-quarters believe now is a good time to sell, and most...
Home buyers may want to take note: Mortgage rates are falling again, hitting the lowest level during a spring buying season in years and offering a potential fresh boost to affordability. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to a 6.23% average this week (4/24/26), Freddie Mac reports. Full article here: Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Spring Level in 3 Years (512) 853-0110...
Housing construction activity strengthened in March, with a notable rebound in both single-family and multifamily starts, signaling improved builder activity despite ongoing headwinds from financing costs and affordability constraints. Overall housing starts increased 10.8 percent in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.5 million units. Full article here: Home Building Shows Signs of...
With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move. But here’s what you need to remember. While recent events do have some impact on the housing market, they don’t take buying off the table. You just have to use a different strategy. Full article here: Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now?...
Austin’s rapid growth in the past few decades has reshaped its skyline — and much more. These days, it can seem like the weirdest thing about Austin is how fast it changes. To help you keep track, the Austin American-Statesman has rounded up some of the most significant developments in and around the city. Full article here: Track Austin’s biggest projects, from skyline towers to I-35...
Find out which generation is leading the housing market from NAR’s 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report, which breaks down who’s buying and selling and the trends driving moves. Full article here: Equity-Rich Buyers, Sellers Are Driving Today’s Housing Market (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are unable to open the link/article above, please...
Japanese homebuilders are on a buying spree of American firms, in a trend that's only accelerating as the U.S. faces a shortage of 4.03 million homes. Since the start of 2026, four Japanese firms have announced deals to snap up homebuilders, including Sumitomo Forestry Co. Ltd.'s plan to acquire Tri-Pointe Homes Inc. in a $4.5 billion deal. Full article here: American Homebuilders Are Being Scooped...
White House economists estimate the United States has a shortage of 10 million houses, according to a new report out Monday — and say regulatory cuts could lead to more construction to stabilize prices, increase home ownership and fuel faster economic growth. The housing chapter of the annual economic report lays out a blueprint for how more home construction would help the middle class and the...
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