Despite Lower Rates, Mortgage Demand Falls
UrbanTurf Staff | May 15th
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported Wednesday that mortgage application volume to purchase a home fell 2% last week, as long-term rates fe... read»
Under Contract: Another 48 Hours
UrbanTurf Staff | May 15th
This week's Under Contract features two homes that we wrote about last Friday that have already found buyers.... read»
Hotels, A Public Park and The 1,400 Units In The Works For Union Market
UrbanTurf Staff | May 15th
Nearly 1,400 residential units are on the boards around Union Market, about the same number that have delivered in the area over the past two years.... read»
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Douglas Development Pitches Large Warehouse For New City Site Along New York Avenue
UrbanTurf Staff | May 14th
Plans are moving forward at the site of a long-planned project in Ivy City, however what is being pitched is a little different than previous iteratio... read»
Tuesday's Must Reads
UrbanTurf Staff | May 14th
Foreclosure sale scheduled for DC's Waldorf Astoria; a potential obstacle to RFK bill; and the drop in demand for vacation home mortgages.... read»
Rent Vs. Buy: The New York Times Relaunches Housing Calculator
UrbanTurf Staff | May 13th
Fifteen years ago, the original calculator launched, integrating a number of factors that go into the decision-making process.... read»
The Price For A House in The DC Area Hit A New High in April
UrbanTurf Staff | May 13th
Up 8% year-over-year, it is the first time that prices have exceeded $800,000 for detached homes.... read»
What Are Special Assessments in Condo Buildings and What Do They Cover?
UrbanTurf Staff | May 13th
In this article, UrbanTurf will explain what special assessments are, how they work, and what they usually cover.... read»
Monday's Must Reads
UrbanTurf Staff | May 13th
High rents are hampering the Fed's fights against inflation; DC's DJ restaurants; and are mortgage rates about to fall?... read»
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