Homeowners insurance rates across the U.S. rose for the second consecutive year, with an average increase of 10.4% in 2024, following a 12.7% increase in 2023, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Some states saw even larger spikes, with Nebraska leading...
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell warned Congress that in the coming decades, some regions in the U.S. may become unmortgageable due to a growing insurance crisis. As climate change intensifies natural disasters, insurance companies are pulling out of coastal and...
With mortgage rates holding steady between 6-7%, home inventory still constrained, and builders navigating rising costs, many buyers are wondering: Is now a good time to buy? While affordability remains a challenge, experts suggest that expanding your search,...
Highlighted News Story from November & December 2024. The Ah Hee family has reached a significant milestone as the first in Lahaina’s burn zone to complete rebuilding their home after the devastating August 2023 wildfire. After enduring over a year of challenges...
You may have heard the recent news about the settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the plaintiffs earlier this year. The big issue was how real estate agents get paid, specifically the traditional commission structure. Before the...
Highlighted News Stories from January & February 2024. 6 Month Maui Wildfire Update, From Feb. 8th, 2024: Gov. Green Says Moratorium ‘Not Likely’ Needed… Sights Set On Long-Term Housing. Gov. Green updates on 6-month Maui wildfire recovery: Moratorium on...
