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Creating a Peaceful Backyard Retreat
A relaxing backyard space could include water features, shaded spots and multiple gathering spaces. Backyard retreats may boost home value by 3.1%.
Hispanic Homeownership Hits Record High
In 2024, 9.8M Hispanic households owned homes, but the rate fell as household growth outpaced ownership. NAHREP urges action on affordability and supply.
Bigger Down Payments Continue in Q4 2024
The typical Q4 down payment was $30,250, slightly below Q3 but $3K higher year-over-year. Higher home prices and rates were keeping down payments elevated.