Market Perspective

Overview: A couple of key economic reports were the primary influences on mortgage rates over the past week. Strong labor market data far...

Overview: Amid increased concerns that the spread of COVID-19 will slow global economic growth and a range of economic data that was...

Overview: Over the past week, the focus was on Wednesday’s Federal Reserve meeting, but it provided no unexpected news or guidance that...

You never know whether the next person you come across might result in your next sale or business opportunity, and you only have a few secon

Overview: Over the past week, increased concern about the spread of COVID and its potential to slow global economic growth was positive...

Overview: Over the past week, the big story was much stronger than expected inflation data. The reaction from investors was surprisingly...

Buyers face affordability challenges as rising home prices outstrip the benefits of low borrowing costs.

Overview: The major economic data released over the past week was roughly neutral overall. The greatest influence on mortgage markets may...

Overview: With little notable economic news, the past week was very quiet for mortgage markets, and rates ended nearly unchanged....

Video has transformed the way consumers engage with brands. Today, it’s one of the most effective mediums for connecting with an audience and growing your customer base, especially in real estate. More than one-third of homebuyers use online video sites in their home search, and real estate listings with video receive 403% more inquiries than those without.

Overview: Mortgage rates rose sharply following the June 16 Federal Reserve meeting, but they have recovered from most of that increase....

Opportunities to close the homeownership gap. Homeownership has always been a central part of the American Dream. Owning a home offers...

Overview: Wednesday’s Federal Reserve meeting contained no policy changes, but some officials projected that tighter monetary policy may...

Overview: The economic data released over the past week provided further confirmation that the labor market is tightening and that many...

Overview: While the economic data released over the past week reinforced the view that inflation is moving higher, the major reports were...