Half of Redfin offers faced competition, up from 44% in April. In May, 49.4% of Redfin offers faced competition, up from 43.9% during the prior month. While sellers are jumping back into the market as states across the country reopen,
8 Interior Design Ideas to Help Make You Happier at Home
The outside world can be stressful and uncertain – especially right now. Additionally, our personal priorities pull us in many directions, from work calls and meetings to children’s activities, online schooling, and just the normal rigors of life. That’s why
Interest in Single-Family Homes Hits Four-Year High
Web searches for single-family homes have popped as the coronavirus pandemic has turned privacy into a hot commodity. Online searches for single-family homes rose to the highest level in four years last month. This comes as the coronavirus pandemic drives
Decluttering and Downsizing: A Guide for Seniors and Their Loved Ones
There are all kinds of benefits to downsizing in your golden years — lower energy bills, a smaller space to clean and maintain, and the potential of moving closer to loved ones. It’s a wonderful way to open the door
Homebuying Demand Just Keeps Getting Stronger
Key Takeaways Demand is 25% above pre-pandemic levels. Buyers haven’t “batted an eyelash” over the possibility of a resurgent pandemic or now protests. Bidding wars are “bananas” with homes “flying off the shelves.” Sale prices are up 3.1%; asking prices
Our Role in Fighting Racism
To Our Redfin Community: On May 31, Redfin joined many other people and companies denouncing racism and racial violence. We believe Black Lives Matter and we support police reform, but we’re writing today about a more fundamental responsibility our company
Redlining’s Legacy of Inequality: $212,000 Less Home Equity, Low Homeownership Rates For Black Families
The racist 1930s-era housing policy that effectively blocked Black families from obtaining loans continues to widen the wealth gap. Homeowners in redlined neighborhoods have earned 52% less in home equity than those in greenlined areas over the last 40 years.
16 Staycation Ideas: How to Create the Ultimate Summer Vacation at Home
Summertime brings warmer weather, longer days, and dreams of vacations to beaches or new cities. But what happens when your vacation gets canceled, you’re budgeting to afford a new house, or travel just isn’t possible because we still need to
6 Austin Neighborhoods to Watch This Homebuying Season
Austin, Texas continues to grow in popularity and for good reason. Downtown Austin has so much to offer, with a big music scene, great restaurants with unique culture, awesome parks for biking and walking, and a collaborative tech environment. If
Home-Buying Demand Up 22% After Seven Straight Weeks of Increases; Shortage of Homes for Sale Drives Prices Up 7%
Just the Facts: Four Key Housing Market Takeaways for This Week Home-buying demand is up 22% from pre-pandemic levels after seven straight weeks of gains. Sellers are slowly returning, but new inventory can’t keep pace with demand and the number
7 Kitchen Upgrades to Make Your Home Stand Out to Buyers
If you’re getting your house ready to sell, you might be wondering what upgrades you can make to help your home stand out amongst the competition. With the kitchen being one of the most memorable and important areas of any
Home Maintenance: 11 Things You Should Address Immediately
Your home is your sanctuary and maintaining it is paramount, especially if you ever plan on selling your home in the future you’ll be sure to want top dollar for it. Beyond sweeping floors and mowing your yard, some home
It’s Not Enough
As protests sweep major U.S. cities, businesses large and small are posting on social media our opposition to racism and violence. It’s important for Black folks within a company and across society to see America unite in opposition to racism.
6 Hottest Austin Neighborhoods to Watch This Homebuying Season
Austin, Texas continues to grow in popularity and for good reason. Downtown Austin has so much to offer, with a big music scene, great restaurants with unique culture, awesome parks for biking and walking, and a collaborative tech environment. If
15 Backyard Oasis Ideas For Your Home This Summer
Ahhhh, summer… you’ve made it through the long, dark winter months, and now is the perfect time to spend time outdoors, relaxing, and enjoying the beautiful weather. However, you may find yourself staying at home – and probably in your
Miami Real Estate: What it’s like Buying a Home During COVID-19
In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, the US housing market has experienced increased volatility, and the real estate industry has responded quickly to the abrupt changes by adjusting processes to fit the “new normal” for the time being. Nationwide,
As Remote Work Continues, Bay Area Homebuyers Hone In on Oakland and Other Suburbs
San Francisco homebuyers are now considering farther-flung suburbs in the Bay Area, where they can get more space for less money, as remote work becomes the norm in the age of coronavirus. The housing market in Oakland and suburban parts
The Housing Market’s Road to Recovery in Four Charts
We reported today that Redfin’s home-buying demand is nearly 17% higher than it was before the coronavirus pandemic, as states ease stay-at-home restrictions and businesses begin to reopen. Below are four charts that highlight other recent developments in the housing
Home-buying Demand Surges on Record-Low Mortgage Rates; Up 17% From Pre-Coronavirus Levels
Just the Facts: Four Key Housing Market Takeaways for This Week Home-buying demand is now 16.5% above pre-coronavirus levels on a seasonally-adjusted basis, driven by record-low mortgage rates Inventory of homes for sale can’t keep pace with demand. Jerry Diaz,
Newly Built Homes Make Up Largest Share of Market Since at Least 2012
1 of every 5 homes for sale in April was new construction. The number of newly built homes on the market fell just 10.5% year over year in April, the smallest decline in 2020 to date, while the supply of
41% of Redfin Offers Faced Bidding Wars in Late April, Early May Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
The lack of housing supply is partly responsible for surprisingly high competition rates. Nationwide, 41.1% of Redfin offers faced competition in the four weeks ending on May 10. In a handful of metros, the bidding war rate was above 60%.
11 Budget-Friendly Curb Appeal Ideas
We all want visitors and families to feel welcome when they visit our homes. You also want your home’s exterior looking its best when you are getting ready to sell. Whether you are planning on staying in your home for
Homebuyer Demand Outpaced Supply Mid-Pandemic, Leading to Lower Sales and Preventing Price Declines
Supply of homes for sale was down 24% from a year ago in April and new listings fell by 42%, but home prices were still up 5% The effects of the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent shutdowns hit the housing market
What You Need to Know About Cleveland Real Estate During COVID-19
The US housing market has gone through many changes during this COVID-19 pandemic. Homebuyers all over the country are wondering how Coronavirus may impact the homebuying process in their local market. As we enter the homebuying and selling season we