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Home prices may be up across the nation—and setting record highs, at that—but affordability is actually up at the moment. What’s causing this increase in homebuying power? An Index released today may have the answers we’re looking for.

Home prices are appreciating all over the country—and some places are hotter than others. Read on to find out where the best cities are in the country are, and which ones to stay away from.

Next Wednesday, a report by Urban Institute will release updating on the current state of Housing Finance. Last month, household formation, construction activity, and first-time homebuyer share were all moving in a positive direction, but will this months report continue this trend? See more information on last months report plus what else is coming in the week ahead.

It seems the nation’s white-hot seller’s market may be starting to cool off—at least if a recent analysis is accurate. San Francisco, New York City, Miami, and other major cities are all showing subtle signs of slowing down, but does it spell the end of the seller’s market? And more importantly, will it become a nationwide trend? Only time will tell.

American homeowners aged 62 and older saw a significant jump in home equity. What could be driving this increase, and is it poised to continue?

More investors are putting stake in multifamily homes like apartments and condominiums, but how many people are living in them? In the wake of low inventory in the single family market, are potential homebuyers going to continue to rent, or wait for their dream home?

The Federal Reserve’s decision to raise rates left some wondering what would happen with mortgages. In a recent report they raise the question “Why did rates go up?” and more importantly “Why didn’t they go up more?” Industry experts weigh in.

The U.S. is becoming more diverse year-after-year and homeownership rates are changing just as fast. Changes in the diversity landscape could also mean differences in the way you market. Find out if your metro is growing in diversity based on the latest Census Bureau data

U.S. home prices made quite a jump over the last year, according to recent data. However, the price increases are highly dependent on geography, with some regions experiencing minimal upticks—or even declines—and others seeing more significant jumps in recent years. So where are prices rising most? And which regions offer the more stable housing costs?

We are pleased to announce that the American Mortgage Diversity Council (AMDC) welcomes a new member, National MI.