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The mortgage rate tipping point—the rate that will allow homeowners to move—has advanced above 5%, with a Zillow report finding those above this rate are nearly twice as likely to plan to sell their home than those with a rate below 5%.

A new study from LendingTree details some of the factors that make the pursuit of the American dream of homeownership such a stressful process for prospective buyers.

While relatively uncommon in most of the U.S., the share of million-dollar homes is growing at a moderate pace. A new analysis from LendingTree reveals which metros have the highest share of million-dollar properties.

According to a new survey from LendingTree, some 63% of homebuyers have negotiated their purchase price in hopes of saving money, while just 39% negotiated the mortgage or refinance rate despite the likelihood of a better deal.

“Overall, the study revealed that Raleigh, North Carolina; Charlotte, North Carolina; and St. Louis are the three best metropolitan areas for homeownership. Each of these metros ranks among the lowest for share of homes lacking complete plumbing and kitchen facilities (both are lowest in Raleigh), meaning they appear to have relatively high-quality housing available,” said LendingTree Senior Economist Jacob Channel.

An estimated 21.48% of owner-occupied households in the U.S. are housing-cost-burdened. A new study from LendingTree reveals that single women homeowners are most at-risk, while married couple households are least likely to be financially distressed.

Nationwide, the average payment on a new mortgage is now $2,317 a month, according to a report from LendingTree, with monthly mortgage payments the most expensive in Hawaii, California, and Massachusetts.

The Annual Five Star Government Forum is set for April 11 in Washington, D.C., bringing together mortgage servicing leadership and government agency reps to discuss the industry’s most pressing issues.

According to a new LendingTree study, more than eight million adults throughout the U.S. aren’t caught up on rent, citing continued affordability constraints, and greater overall housing costs.

The 13th Annual Five Star Government Forum is set for next week in our nation’s capital, bringing together mortgage servicing leadership and government agency reps to discuss the industry’s most pressing issues and work toward solutions.