Creating a Peaceful Backyard Retreat

A relaxing backyard space could include water features, shaded spots and multiple gathering spaces. Backyard retreats may boost home value by 3.1%.

Hispanic Homeownership Hits Record High

In 2024, 9.8M Hispanic households owned homes, but the rate fell as household growth outpaced ownership. NAHREP urges action on affordability and supply.

Bigger Down Payments Continue in Q4 2024

The typical Q4 down payment was $30,250, slightly below Q3 but $3K higher year-over-year. Higher home prices and rates were keeping down payments elevated.

New Home Sales Edge Higher in February

Sales of newly built, single-family homes in February increased 1.8% thanks to slightly lower mortgage rates. Inventory was up 7.5% compared to a year earlier.