Real Estate News Feed
New Home Sales Decline
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:04:09 GMT
Sales of new single-family houses fell 17.6% in January 2026 hitting the lowest level since 2022, according to estimates released jointly by the U.S. Census Bureau and the HUD.
Fed Holds Rates Steady
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:03:36 GMT
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady Wednesday and tentatively preserved a path to cutting rates this year as higher energy prices.
OC Gas Prices Jump
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:02:53 GMT
The cheapest gas in Orange County has jumped to $4.89 per gallon and can be found at Sinclair in Fullerton. Berri Brothersin Anaheim offers gas for $4.93 and Metro Fuel in Placentia offers gas for $4.95 per gallon.
CA Home Sales Perk Up
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:49:16 GMT
California home sales perked higher in February as slightly more favorable mortgage rates improved affordability and encouraged more buyers to reenter the market, according to a C.A.R. report.
US Home Sales Increase
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:48:39 GMT
Pending home sales in February increased by 1.8% from the prior month and declined 0.8% year over year, according to the National Association of REALTORS.
Mortgage Applications Ease
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:47:59 GMT
Mortgage applications decreased 10.9 percent from one week earlier, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Higher rates were driven by increasing Treasury yields as the conflict in the Middle East kept oil prices elevated, along with the risk of a broader inflationary shock.