Shelter Costs Drive Inflation Higher Than Expected in January
January Consumer Price Index data show inflation increased more than anticipated as shelter costs continue to rise despite Federal Reserve policy tightening
Weighing the Effects of the Fed's and Treasury's Latest Announcements
The upshot of the Jan. 31 announcements is that while mortgage rates will stay higher for longer, they're likely to hold steady
NAHB CEO Tobin Says 'Housing Renaissance' on the Horizon
Responding to positive housing-related data such as falling mortgage rates and increased homebuyer activity, NAHB's CEO Jim Tobin is optimistic
Are Fed Rate Hikes a Thing of the Past?
The Federal Reserve held rates steady again in December and forecasts three rate cuts in 2024
What's in Store for the National Housing Market in 2024
According to the 2024 National Housing Market Outlook report released on Wednesday by Bright MLS, affordability will remain the biggest challenge
October Saw New-Home Sales Fall More Than Expected
Despite being buoyed by a persistent shortage of previously owned properties on the market, high mortgage rates and reduced affordability saw sales of new U.S. single-family homes fall during October
Economics
What a Yield Curve Inversion Means for the Housing Market
Talks of recession are mounting after a rare inversion of the yield curve during the final week of March, but economists aren’t worried—here’s why
Economics
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is Already Making Waves in the U.S. Housing Market
The consequences of Putin’s actions are being felt on a global scale as new sanctions and severed diplomatic ties cut deep into foreign economies
NAHB
NAHB Chairman’s Message: Helping Home Builders and the U.S. Economy
The National Association of Home Builders is actively engaged in improving the business environment for home builders while striving to provide more affordable housing options for Americans
Market Data + Trends
Higher Mortgage Rates Could Slow Housing Ahead of Spring Buying Season
Rising mortgage rates are causing many Americans to either stretch their budgets or put off their home buying plans indefinitely
Housing Policy + Finance
Mortgage Rates Highest Since October 2019
30-year fixed mortgages reached 4.0% by the end of January 2021 as builders and buyers eye affordability in the new year
Housing Policy + Finance
When Tackling Inflation, Addressing Soaring Housing Costs Must Come First, Experts Say
Rising home prices and surging inflation go hand in hand, and until the affordable housing crisis is addressed, the cost of living will keep climbing higher
Housing Policy + Finance
Single-Family Rent Growth Backed by Over $50 Billion in Capital
Investors are flocking to the rental market as a growing number of U.S. metros report double-digit price growth
Economics
The Housing Market Is Safe From Stock Volatility, Experts Say
The financial and crypto markets have been rising since a drop on Monday, but the housing market isn’t headed for a crash—at least not anytime soon
Q+A
IHP Capital Partners' Richard Whiteley Discusses Land Opportunity for Home Builders
For builders seeking buildable lots, migration, remote work, and renters are all having an impact
Housing Policy + Finance
Home Buyers Drive Up Mortgage Demand Ahead of More Expected Gains in the Spring
Mortgage rates are at their highest levels since March 2020, and more gains could price some buyers out of the housing market altogether
