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Payroll up 2.5 million; job market turnaround begins

The latest jobs report shows an unexpected upswing in May, and industry experts predict housing will lead the way to economic recovery.

Houston among top 10 housing markets for millennials during the pandemic

Houston is a top market for millennials, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors

Purchase applications up 18% year over year

A new report from the Mortgage Bankers Association points to pent-up demand

Home prices are up, but that might not last

CoreLogic reports home price acceleration continued in April, but — in a shift away from other industry predictions — expects the first decline in values to begin in 2021

Protests prompt response from real estate execs

Real estate leaders call for action on race and equity in response to nationwide protests.

Pandemic stressors cause buyers and sellers to value Realtors even more than before

A new survey finds that, while buyers and sellers are feeling better about conducting business in person, they’re also comfortable doing it virtually, provided they have the help of a real estate professional.

President-Elect Sylvia Seabolt on how the pandemic has strengthened the Women’s Council

Stepping into a leadership role during the COVID-19 pandemic comes with challenges, but Women’s Council President-Elect Sylvia Seabolt is ready to meet them head on.

Houston homes named 7th most at-risk for storm surge in 2020

A new report from CoreLogic warns of increased hurricane risk this season, compounded by coronavirus-related weaknesses.

Pending home sales took a deep dive in April, but NAR upgrades its forecast

NAR’s chief economist says April’s decline could be the lowest point in the market, and that he expects it to bounce back soon.

Mortgage applications are up, consumer confidence stabilizes

Encouraging new data shows that buyers are coming back and consumers are feeling more confident, though concerns about job stability and possible inflation remain.

Despite pandemic, new homes are selling

Data shows sales of new construction single-family homes rose slightly in April while price growth continues, albeit slowly.

Hispanic homeownership reached historic highs before COVID-19. What now?

During a pandemic that appears to be impacting the Latino community disproportionately hard, will the singular gains of this community be sustained?

Redfin: Housing shortage prompts bidding wars

Good news for sellers: Homes on the market under $1 million are receiving multiple offers in desirable cities.

Existing-home sales drop 17.8% in April, but first-timers are coming back

Coronavirus lockdowns disrupted sales in April, but the data shows an increase in new homebuyers.

Builder confidence up after April drop; signs of rebound emerge

Builders are feeling more confident this month, a sign that the new-home market may have already hit bottom.

Redfin: Over half of big-city dwellers working from home want out

More than half of those working remotely said they would leave the city if they didn’t have to go into an office.

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