Real Estate News Feed
Mortgage Rates Drop Slightly
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:16:32 GMT
As of December 18, The 30-year FRM averaged 6.21% while the 15-year averaged 5.47%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.72%.
Housing Market Set For A Comeback
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:30:56 GMT
NAR anticipates existing-home sales will rise by 14% in 2026.
Housing Costs Improves
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:29:56 GMT
Homebuyer affordability improved slightly in November, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreasing to $2,034 from $2,039 in October.
Inflation Pressures Ease
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:29:09 GMT
Inflation pressures eased more than expected in November, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a "core" basis, prices rose 2.6% over the prior year in November. Economists had also expected to see a 3.1%.
Unemployment Claims Decrease
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:28:21 GMT
In the week ending December 13, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 224,000, a decrease of 13,000 from the previous week's revised level.
OC Gas Prices Continue To Fall
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:27:49 GMT
The cheapest gas in Orange County drops again and is now $3.49 per gallon and can be found at the 76 Station in Seal Beach. Several other OC stations are now offering gas for $3.59 per gallon.