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Builder confidence rebounds in May on tight existing inventory

Homebuilder optimism was buoyed by continued shortages of new housing inventory, the National Association of Home Builders reported. 

Tiny South Florida town named the nation’s most affordable suburb within a hot housing market

Medley, with a population just over 1,000, has a median price per square foot of $154, a 65% difference compared to Miami.

The spring market is a seller’s market as demand rises, supply remains low

Miami’s April average home value rose, while pending sales fell from March as new inventory was also down.

NAR adds fair-housing training requirement to Realtor qualifications

Realtors will be required to complete two hours of training every three years beginning in 2025. 

FHFA rescinds “unworkable” fee ahead of implementation

The mortgage industry decried the proposed loan-level pricing adjustment for borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios. 

How far will a $1,500 rent budget go in South Florida?

A recent study used MLS data from 200 U.S. cities to determine which city offers the most square footage for $1,500 per month.

MBA: Mortgage applications rise on lower rates

Interest rates on mortgages of all types declined last week, spurring an uptick in borrowing, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported. 

Why the current market is toughest on first-time buyers

Price hikes are slowing down and inventory is up — generally — but less expensive homes are bucking larger market trends. According to Zillow, the price of bottom-tier homes increased 8% year over year, while bottom-tier inventory increased just 1%.

Redfin Launches ChatGPT plug-in to help buyers find a home

Redfin has launched a ChatGPT plug-in to help buyers find their new home, a potentially powerful tool in their arsenal as today’s homebuyers work to find the perfect home.

Lawrence Yun: Fed rate hike ‘unnecessary and harmful’

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said the Federal Reserve’s latest increase in its benchmark interest rate is an unnecessary threat to many small regional banks.

Keller Williams launches three more enrichment programs for agents

The brokerage says the “business communities” — KW Operations, KW Wellness and KW Clarity — provide agents with specialized training, technology, coaching and referral opportunities. 

The new American luxury home, according to the National Association of Home Builders

According to the NAHB, The New American Home® represents the latest in luxury real estate. It was unveiled at their recent tradeshow.

A grand, gilded estate

Dubbed Kings Landing, this stately waterfront property in Long Island inspires comparisons to “The Great Gatsby.” It’s listed by Ryan Serhant and Rachel King of SERHANT, in collaboration with Stefani Berkin and Robert Barr from We R New York.

NAR: Low inventory drives pending-home sales lower in March

High demand drove multiple offers on about a third of pending sales, while 28% of homes sold above list price, the National Association of REALTORS® reported. 

Home sale sets record for Miami Shores

A waterfront home in Miami Shores recently set records for total sale price and price per square foot in the community.

Miami named the No. 1 city in the U.S. for Gen Z tech workers

Miami was cited for its percentage of Gen Z residents, 22.7%, average tech salary of $105,790 and overall internet connectivity.

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