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Mortgage rates rose to about 6.13% for a 30-year fixed loan, climbing above 6% after briefly dropping below that level, reflecting early market reactions to the conflict. Higher oil prices and disrupted trade routes could push inflation up, which may keep mortgage...

Days on market: Phoenix median is 76 days vs. 66 nationally. Two-week sales: 23.8% of Phoenix homes sell in 14 days vs. 28.6% nationally. Median price: Phoenix sits at ~$459K vs. ~$423K nationally. Sale-to-list ratio: Phoenix averages 97.7% vs. 97.9% nationally. Price...

Phoenix's office market ended 2025 strong, with the highest net absorption since 2019 at 531,893 sq ft, declining vacancy, rising Class A rents, and reduced inventory from conversions. Office sales hit $1.56 billion for the year, the highest since 2022....

High-end homes sell briskly, hitting record prices, often driven by buyers less constrained by financing. Entry-level and mid-tier homes linger longer, with more price cuts and fewer multiple-offer situations than years ago. Rising interest rates reduced demand, yet...

Paying off a mortgage early may reduce total interest paid over time and can change your overall financial picture. Common approaches people consider include refinancing into a shorter term, making an extra payment in some years, setting aside funds for additional...

The U.S. faces a housing shortage of 2.5 to 5.5 million units, driving affordability issues despite higher interest rates. New home construction varies across metros, with some areas like Raleigh-Cary, NC, and Austin-Round Rock, TX, leading in new housing units...