Monthly Archives: July 2022

Mortgage delinquency rate rebounds after hitting record lows

Jul 25, 2022 |

The national mortgage delinquency rate rose in June after hitting consecutive record lows in each of the previous three months. The overall delinquency rate rose nine basis points to 2.84% in June, according to Black Knight. The delinquency rate is 35% lower than the same period last year and remains 30% below pre-pandemic levels.  A […more]

These Are the States That Prefer Baths Over Showers, According to One Study

Jul 25, 2022 |

Are you team bath or team shower? READ MORE…

The nation’s housing market is on a correction course

Jul 25, 2022 |

Rising interest rates and a slowing economy overall are already taking some of the air out of the rapid home-price appreciation the housing market has experience over the past year, according to the recently released Federal Reserve Beige Book for July. Several leading housing-market economists also are projecting the deceleration in home prices will continue in near […more]

Here Are Wayfair’s Most Popular Home Decor and Furniture Trends (Bonus: They’re on Sale)

Jul 25, 2022 |

Including an aquarium-turned-planter that we really, really want. READ MORE…

Summer Travel Plans Look a Lot Different This Year, According to One Report

Jul 25, 2022 |

A new report released by Forbes shows just how much summer travel has been impacted this year, proving that the new normal isnt at all a return to pre-pandemic life. READ MORE…

5 Charming Storybook Homes That Promise To Provide Happy Beginnings

Jul 25, 2022 |

This batch of five storybook homes available around the country is one of our best yet with fanciful features that tickle the imagination.

Texana Bank to trim workforce in California

Jul 25, 2022 |

Pink slips will arrive for 58 employees working in the mortgage business at Texana Bank in California, according to a Worker Adjustment Retraining Notification (WARN) sent to the state’s Employment Development Department.  Lauren Witherspoon, director of human resources, wrote: “Circumstances will force Texana Bank to conduct layoffs,” taking place Sept. 5, according to the document reviewed by […more]

‘Hangover’ producer Scott Budnick lists Sherman Oaks farmhouse for $3.55 million

Jul 25, 2022 |

‘Hangover’ producer-turned-prison reform advocate Scott Budnick is asking $3.55 million for his Sherman Oaks farmhouse — exactly $1 million more than he paid three years ago.

Prospect Park South Standalone With Calico Wallpaper Revamp, Garage Asks $3.295 Million

Jul 25, 2022 |

The lush details in this Slee & Bryson Colonial Revival in the Prospect Park South Historic District have remained intact after a design update by the owners of Calico Wallpaper. The stylish makeover of 197 Rugby Road was featured in Elle Decor after the couple purchased the house in 2019… Read More > The post […more]

Did Home Sellers ‘Miss the Peak’? A Startling Sign the Panic Is Real

Jul 25, 2022 |

“How’s the Housing Market This Week?” is our new series in which we highlight the latest facts and figures to know right now.