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Housing starts climb 4.6% in June despite softening single-family sector

New single-family home construction declined as builders continue to grapple with macroeconomic headwinds. 

Realtors Relief Foundation raises $500K for Texas flood aid

“Following the tragic floods in Texas, we at the National Association of REALTORS® and the Realtors Relief Foundation are heartbroken at the lives lost and the communities devastated,” said RRF President Greg Hrabcak.

Arizona is one of the top states for international home purchases

Across the United States, foreign buyers purchased $56 billion worth of residential real estate during the 12 months ended in March. That was a 33% increase over the same time period a year prior.

MBA: Tariff worries starting to show up in mortgage app numbers

Purchase applications slowed to their lowest level since May as economic worries dampened activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

What’s new on Zillow? 5 features that enhance the home search experience

Zillow has rolled out five new features this summer to make searching for homes easier and more efficient.

Paradise Valley lands on America’s 50 Wealthiest Suburbs list

According to a recent report by GoBankingRates, Paradise Valley ranked among the nation’s top suburbs based on median household income, home values and other economic indicators.

NAR’s new Market Statistics Dashboard provides local housing data to members

The National Association of REALTORS® debuted its Market Statistics Dashboard for members, which provides local housing data intended to help clients buy and sell homes.  

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Arizona in June

A $25 million estate in Scottsdale was the most expensive home sold in Arizona last month.

Fannie and Freddie now accept VantageScore 4.0 for mortgage underwriting

The FICO alternative is expected to greatly expand the number of eligible borrowers by allowing rent and utility payments to count toward a credit score. 

Scottsdale, Chandler and Gilbert among top rental markets in the US

The finance site ranked Scottsdale No. 2 in the country, citing both high quality of life and job availability. The city’s score was also boosted by its weather and outdoor recreation options.

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MBA: Mortgage applications pop as rates fall to three-month low

Purchase applications hit their highest level since February 2023. 

NAR claims real estate wins as House passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The National Association of REALTORS® has claimed that the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in the House delivers significant victories for homeowners and real estate professionals.

The $1.9 million onion-shaped dome home

Observers have compared the domes to onions, bubbles, boba tea, mushrooms and a batch of cinnamon buns, among other similar spheres.

NAR: One in five homebuyers considered their pet when choosing neighborhood

Pets aren’t just companions — they’re family. And according to a recent National Association of REALTORS® report, one in five homebuyers actively considered their pet’s needs when choosing a neighborhood.

US commissions jump to 5.44% amid cooling housing market

According to a report from Clever Real Estate, the average total commission for U.S. real estate agents is now 5.44%, a rise from 5.32% over the past year, despite the recent broker commission reforms from the National Association of REALTORS®.

NAR hails Senate passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The association said the legislation contains five of its key priorities, including a permanent extension for the mortgage-interest deduction and a temporary quadrupling of the SALT-deduction cap. 

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