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Case Shiller Price Index Shows That It’s A Buyers Market

Two major indicators of home price trends showed a slowing momentum for home prices in December. The S&P Case Shiller 10 and 20 city indices reported that of 20 cities tracked, home prices were lower in December than for November.

Face The Numbers, A Mortgage That Works For You

Before taking out a mortgage to buy a home, it's time to take a realistic survey of your finances so that you can determine your price range and what size of home you can comfortably afford.

What Home Renovations Add Value To Your Home?

When you own a home, there are additions that you can make to the property that will improve the value of your home. For example, a newly renovated kitchen or bathroom is a popular choice that will really make the home more desirable to buyers.

Case Shiller Price Index Shows Home Prices Rising

September 25, 2013
Michael Shane
Housing Analysis

Home prices were still gaining in July, but for 15 of 20 cities included the S&P/Case-Shiller 10 and 20-city Home Price Indices, the pace of increasing home prices is slowing down. National home prices rose by 1.80 percent in July as compared to 2.20 percent in June. Home prices grew by 0.60 percent from June to July on a seasonally-adjusted basis. This was the lowest month-to-month gain since September 2012.

Inventory of New Homes Hits Highest Level Since January of 2012

August 27, 2013
Michael Shane
FHFA

The National Association of REALTORS reported that existing home sales for July came in at 5.39 million on a seasonally adjusted annual basis. July's reading exceeded both expectations of 5.21 million existing homes sold and June's reading of 5.06 million homes sold.

How To Choose The Right Neighborhood When Buying A Home

When you are buying your new home, you will not only need to consider the house itself but the neighborhood that it is located in.

RealtyTrac Report Shows Home Prices Increasing At Highest Rate Since 1977

U.S. housing markets continue to drive the economic recovery according to data released by RealtyTrac Inc. National home prices rose by 11.90 percent year-over-year for June.

Existing Home Sales: Second Highest Level Since 2009

July 24, 2013
Michael Shane
FHFA

According to the National Association of REALTORSÂ®, national sales of existing homes in June came in at 5.08 million.

Home Prices Record Highest Monthly Gains Since Case Shiller Index Inception

The S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices for April indicate that the housing recovery gained ground.In April 2013 average home prices tracked in the Case-Shiller 10 and 20-city Composites increased by 11.60 and 12.10 percent year-over-year. On a month-to-month basis, the Composites increased by 2.60 and 2.50 percent respectively.

27 Months Of Consecutive Job Growth Helping Home Prices Rise

January 9, 2013
Michael Shane
The Economy

The 2013 housing market is expected to perform well. Job growth is playing a role in its recovery.