Monthly Archives: July 2022

Logan Mohtashami to lead housing super session at HW Annual Oct. 3-5

Jul 20, 2022 |

Mortgage interest rates are up, housing inventory is down and demographics still show there’s a ton of demand. Given the current economy, how are housing professionals supposed to stay competitive the rest of the year and beyond? To help address this question and more, we’re excited to feature HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami at HW […more]

B&A: A “Dumping Ground” Closet Gets a Multifunctional New Life for $500

Jul 20, 2022 |

This closet redo makes a space for everything. READ MORE…

Financing proves an obstacle for ADUs

Jul 20, 2022 |

Accessory dwelling units are increasingly legal. But are they affordable? That’s the problem revealed by a report this month published by the University of Southern California Lusk Center for Real Estate and the Terner Center for Housing Innovation at University of California Berkeley. Specifically, there is a high cost in constructing accessory dwelling units – […more]

Sandra Thompson tight-lipped on credit score changes, ending GSE conservatorships

Jul 20, 2022 |

Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Sandra Thompson is keeping her views on whether Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should exit conservatorship and a decision on credit scoring models close to the vest. “Ending conservatorships is not a quick action to undertake,” Thompson said in testimony Wednesday before the House Financial Services Committee. “There are capital […more]

7 Ridiculously Stylish Charging Table Lamps on Sale Right Now at West Elm

Jul 20, 2022 |

Convenient dual-purpose lamps that can charge your phone, too. READ MORE…

This Champagne Coupe Set Is So Pretty, You’d Never Guess It Was $24 from Amazon

Jul 20, 2022 |

It’s become a total editor-favorite find. READ MORE…

Here’s what Southern California’s housing market cooldown means for buyers, sellers

Jul 20, 2022 |

The Southern California housing market is cooling and forcing buyers and sellers to adjust. Here is what you should know if you are in the market.

Existing home sales are still savagely unhealthy

Jul 20, 2022 |

The savagely unhealthy housing market is continuing as we get closer to August. But, there is one bright spot — inventory is rising. We still have the unhealthy dynamics of noticeable sales declines, but prices are still growing year over year. This has been a concern of mine after the summer of 2020 as inventory […more]

Former Greta Garbo estate in Beverly Crest lists for $12 million

Jul 20, 2022 |

A home built in the 1930s for silver screen star Greta Garbo just hit the market in Beverly Crest for $12 million.

Get a Jump on Your Holiday Shopping with These Giftable Finds from Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale

Jul 20, 2022 |

The holiday season will be here before you know it! READ MORE…