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By: Paul Centopani Updated By: Paul Centopani Reviewed By: Aleksandra KadzielawskiApril 17, 2025 - 2 min readThe U.S. foreclosure rate grew over 11% in the first quarter from the final quarter of 2024. Overall foreclosure filings reached nearly 94,000 for the quarter and 36,000 in March, according to Attom’s Foreclosure Market Report. See which states got hit the hardest.

1 week ago | themortgagereports.com | Paul Centopani

Many home buyers (and prospective home buyers) struggled through the low affordability and high mortgage rates of 2024’s housing market. Plenty bided their time, waiting for improved conditions. The second quarter of 2025 comes with increased for-sale inventory, anticipated declines in interest rates and home price growth, as well as emerging cities for first-time buyers and best metro areas for Gen Z. Preparing yourself and finding good advice also ease the homeownership journey.

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​The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently introduced the “Multiple Listing Options for Sellers” policy, aiming to provide greater flexibility and choice in property marketing strategies. This policy complements the existing Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) and is designed to balance seller autonomy with equitable access to property information for buyers. Find your lowest rate.

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By: Paul Centopani Reviewed By: Aleksandra KadzielawskiApril 8, 2025 - 3 min readThe dearth of for-sale inventory at the starter-home level has kept homeownership out of reach for too many people. However, two recent reports show that condominiums may present the opportunity first-time home buyers have been waiting for, especially with mortgage rates hovering near six-month lows. Find your lowest rate. Start hereSpring home buying season is underway and hope springs eternal for house hunters.

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By: Paul Centopani Reviewed By: Aleksandra KadzielawskiApril 4, 2025 - 2 min readIt’s divisive. It’s provincial. It’s a topic so revered, it often incites arguments among family and friends. I’m talking, of course, about pizza. A food so beloved, 59% of Americans say pizza is their favorite — including 73% of Gen Z, 65% of millennials, and Gen X (63%), according to Clever Real Estate. It’s held with such high regard, that some people said they’d consider moving for it. Find your lowest rate.