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Jim Woodard

Sep 8, 2015

WOODARD: First-time buyers older, often single, rent longer

The profile of today’s homebuyer is changing and reveals some surprises. Current first-time homebuyers are older and more likely to be single than first-time homebuyers in the 1970s and 1980s, […]

Jul 23, 2015

WOODARD: Homeowners going big, building for future

New trends are constantly emerging in the housing market. Currently, homebuyers are seeking larger houses where they can age in place, keeping the lifestyle they have established. As the housing […]

Jul 8, 2015

WOODARD: Apartment occupancy rate reaches historic high

A record number of prospective renters are actively seeking an apartment residence that meets their lifestyle needs. The national occupancy rate in May reached 95.3 percent, the highest ever, reports […]

Jun 25, 2015

WOODARD: Down payments for home purchases at three-year low

Homebuyers are taking advantage of low down payment opportunities when purchasing a home in 2015. The average down payment has dropped to a three-year low. The average down payment for […]

Jun 18, 2015

WOODARD: Builders say lot shortage is severe

For many families, selecting and navigating a move into a new home is the fulfillment of a dream. But for others, moving into their dream home would mean a house […]

Jun 11, 2015

WOODARD: Housing expected to outpace economy

One thing is certain and constant in the field of forecasting changes in housing or other real estate: Economists always reserve the right to change their minds. And they often […]

Jun 4, 2015

WOODARD: Survey: 47% report homebuyers’ remorse

About half of all families who purchase a new home have some regrets about their transition, a recent study revealed. More than 60 percent report stress and anxiety during the […]

May 28, 2015

WOODARD: Potential homebuyers still skittish

Many current prospective homebuyers want and need to purchase a home, but are delaying action to make it happen. Consumers continue to express concerns about recent weakening economic conditions and […]

May 21, 2015

WOODARD: Renters spending greater share of income on housing

Surprisingly, people who rent their residence are most likely to be encountering financial problems, according to a recent study. More than one in four renters spends at least half of […]

May 14, 2015

WOODARD: Survey: Housing recovery on ‘solid path’

More than 60 percent of the top housing markets in the U.S. are now on a solid path of improvement, according to a national survey. Freddie Mac recently released its […]

May 7, 2015

WOODARD: Set the stage for faster, more profitable home sales

First impressions are the key to successfully marketing a home. More homeowners are recognizing this fact and taking action to maximize their home’s first-impression appeal. Home staging is becoming an […]

Apr 30, 2015

WOODARD: Restrictions continue to loosen on mortgages

Mortgages continue to loosen their tight restrictions while maintaining historically low interest rates. That’s very good news for homebuyers and sellers in today’s market. Mortgage credit availability increased in March, […]

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