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First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that Dallas-Plano-Irving home prices declined 1.3% year-over-year and 0.5% month-over-month. The national house price appreciation slowed to 2.1%, marking the slowest pace since 2012. In Dallas-Plano-Irving, price changes varied by segment: starter homes saw a slight increase (+0.2%), while mid-tier (-0.1%) and luxury homes (-0.5%) experienced modest declines. Nationally, the Northeast and Midwest markets showed the strongest appreciation, with Cambridge, Mass. (+6.0%), Pittsburgh (+5.7%), and Cincinnati (+5.6%) leading the gains. Conversely, markets like Oakland (-7.4%), Tampa (-4.1%), and San Diego (-2.0%) saw the largest declines. Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that slower price growth is helping buyers as income growth can better offset high mortgage rates.

First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that annual house price appreciation has slowed to 2.1%, the lowest rate since March 2012. The national non-seasonally adjusted HPI showed a modest month-over-month increase of 0.4% from April to May 2025. Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that after 16 months of deceleration, prices have stabilized, with slower appreciation helping offset the impact of elevated mortgage rates on affordability. Regional variations show strongest growth in Northeast and Midwest markets, with Cambridge, Mass. (+6.0%), Pittsburgh (+5.7%), and Cincinnati (+5.6%) leading gains. Conversely, some Western and Southern markets experienced declines, with Oakland (-7.4%), Tampa (-4.1%), and San Diego (-2.0%) showing the largest decreases. The starter home segment showed remarkable strength in certain markets, with Austin posting a 12.0% increase in its starter tier despite luxury tier decline.

First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta market experienced a 0.6% year-over-year increase in home prices, while showing a slight -0.2% month-over-month decline. The national HPI grew by 2.1% year-over-year, marking the slowest appreciation rate since 2012. In Atlanta's market segments, luxury homes saw the highest appreciation at 2.0%, followed by starter homes at 1.4%, and mid-tier homes at 0.4%. Nationally, the Northeast and Midwest markets showed the strongest growth, with Cambridge, Mass. leading at 6.0% YoY increase, while Oakland, Calif. experienced the largest decline at -7.4%. Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that slower price growth is helping buyers as household incomes can better offset the impact of elevated mortgage rates on affordability.

First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad home prices declined 2.0% year-over-year and 0.4% month-over-month. The national house price appreciation slowed to 2.1% annually, marking the slowest growth rate since 2012. In San Diego's market segments, starter homes decreased 2.0%, mid-tier homes fell 0.9%, and luxury homes declined 1.8%. The report highlights stronger performance in Northeast and Midwest markets, with Cambridge, Mass. (+6.0%), Pittsburgh (+5.7%), and Cincinnati (+5.6%) showing the highest appreciation. Notable declines were observed in Oakland (-7.4%), Tampa (-4.1%), and San Diego (-2.0%). Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that slower price growth is helping buyers as household incomes can better offset high mortgage rates' impact on affordability.

First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land home prices increased 4.2% year-over-year and 1.3% month-over-month. The national house price appreciation slowed to 2.1% annually, marking the slowest growth rate since 2012. In Houston's market segments, starter homes saw 2.8% growth, luxury homes 1.8%, and mid-tier homes 1.1%. Nationally, Northeast and Midwest markets led price growth, with Cambridge, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, St. Louis, and New York showing the strongest appreciation. Some Southern and Western markets experienced price declines, with Oakland (-7.4%), Tampa (-4.1%), and San Diego (-2.0%) showing the largest decreases. Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that slower price growth is helping buyers as household incomes can better offset high mortgage rates.

First American Data & Analytics' May 2025 Home Price Index report reveals that Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale home prices decreased 0.2% year-over-year, while showing a 0.4% month-over-month increase. National house prices grew at 2.1% annually, marking the slowest appreciation rate since 2012. In the LA market, starter homes showed the strongest performance (+0.8%), followed by mid-tier (+0.4%) and luxury properties (+0.1%). The report highlights strongest price growth in Northeast and Midwest markets, with Cambridge, Mass. leading at +6.0% YoY. Notable declines were observed in Oakland (-7.4%), Tampa (-4.1%), and San Diego (-2.0%). Chief Economist Mark Fleming notes that slower price appreciation helps offset the impact of elevated mortgage rates on affordability.

First American Financial Corporation's Chief Marketing Officer Chelsea Sumrow has been named a 2025 Marketing Leaders winner by HousingWire. The award recognizes influential marketing professionals in the housing industry who build high-performing teams and drive innovative initiatives. Since joining First American in 2023, Sumrow has transformed marketing into a strategic driver by implementing data-driven approaches, modernizing brand identity, and aligning organizational purpose. Her leadership has focused on enhancing customer experience across all touchpoints, resulting in substantial business growth. The recognition highlights her team's success in deepening customer engagement and bringing value to First American's clients.

PublicSquare (NYSE: PSQH) has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing James Rinn as Chief Financial Officer effective June 1, 2025. Rinn, who currently serves as board member and chair of the PublicSquare Audit Committee, will replace Brad Searle, who will transition to Senior Vice President of Finance for the Company's Brands Division.

Rinn brings over 30 years of accounting leadership experience in both public and private companies, having held multiple CFO positions. Following this appointment, Rinn will step down as Audit Committee chair while maintaining his board position. Willie Langston will become the new Audit Committee Chair, and Nick Ayers will join the Compensation Committee.

First American Data & Analytics' April 2025 Home Price Index (HPI) report reveals a continued deceleration in national house prices, with annual growth slowing to its lowest level since 2012. The report shows a modest month-over-month increase of 0.4% and a year-over-year growth of 2.0%. House prices are now 57.2% higher compared to pre-pandemic levels. The starter home segment shows strongest growth in Northeast and Midwest markets, with Pittsburgh leading at +7.6% for starter homes. However, some markets experienced declines, with Oakland showing the largest decrease at -7.6%. Chief Economist Mark Fleming attributes the slowdown to high mortgage rates dampening demand and increased inventory, noting this normalization could benefit potential homebuyers as their income-growth driven purchasing power increases.