Here are a few national real estate-related stories and news pieces that came across my screen this week…
- from RealtyTrac: U.S. Foreclosure Activity in April 2017 Drops to Lowest Level Since November 2005
- from the National Association of Home Builders: Housing Affordability Posts Solid Gain in First Quarter
- from BUILDER: THE RETURN OF SPEC BUILDING — Builders turn their attention to inventory homes to satisfy demand for affordable, quick deliveries
- from FreddieMac: Mortgage Rates Continue to Hold
- from Mortgage News Daily: Gallup Poll Shows High Hopes For Homeownership
- from Fannie Mae: Housing Sentiment in April Rebounds Following March Dip
- from CNBC: Mortgage applications rise 2% as more buyers hit the spring market
- from Quicken Loans: Appraisal Values Lag Homeowner Expectations, Quicken Loans Study Shows
- from Curbed.com: Forget millennials: Seniors are poised to reshape the housing market
- from the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye on Housing blog: Remodeling in 2016: Kitchens Reclaim Top Spot from Baths
