Tag Archives: homebuyers

Homeownership falls to level last seen during Beatlemania

Posted on July 28, 2015 by

The national homeownership rate is at its lowest level in 48 years, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Continue reading →

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More homebuyers say cash is king

Posted on May 15, 2014 by

A higher percentage of all-cash homebuyers can be a sign of a weak housing market. Continue reading →

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Competition cooling off for homebuyers

Posted on February 12, 2014 by

As deep housing discounts disappear, buyers will see less competition from investors. Continue reading →

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Winter homebuyers driven by deals

Posted on November 26, 2013 by

Buyers who were frozen out in the spring and summer will seek deals this winter. Continue reading →

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Over-55 housing boom

Posted on November 9, 2013 by

Older homebuyers are giving builders a boost in confidence. Continue reading →

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Homebuyers singing the blues

Posted on September 13, 2013 by

Interest rates, home prices and low inventory are hampering buyers. Continue reading →

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Chinese homebuyers emerging

Posted on September 10, 2013 by

They aren’t the largest group of foreign homebuyers, but they spend the most. Continue reading →

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Half of home sales are all-cash

Posted on August 22, 2013 by

Not all homebuyers are deterred by rising mortgage rates. Continue reading →

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Homebuyers sacrifice for good schools

Posted on July 29, 2013 by

Would you rather live in a home with a pool or a home near good schools? Continue reading →

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Are rates spooking homebuyers?

Posted on July 12, 2013 by

Mortgage rates, though rising, are not the only consideration for homebuyers. Continue reading →

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