Build-to-Rent Is Booming, Particularly in These Metros
A recent report finds that the Phoenix metro leads with more than 4,000 build-to-rent units completed in 2023, and Texas is the leading state for build-to-rent development
Which Green Building Practices Are Home Builders Using Most?
A recent report reveals which green-building practices are most popular among single-family home builders and remodelers
Single-Family Permits Show Increase in February
Year-to-date ending in February, single-family permits were up in all four regions of the U.S.
Q1 2024 Foreclosure Activity Rises Slightly
Data show New York, Houston, and Chicago topping the list of major metros with the greatest number of foreclosure starts during Q1 2024
A Look at Homeownership Rates Across the Nation
Data for homeownership rates in the 100 largest US cities show Port St. Lucie, Fla., in the top spot, while West Virginia is the state with the most homeowners
10 Markets Where First-Time Homebuyers Can Get a Foot in the Door
Buying a home can be particularly challenging for first-time buyers in today's market, but these markets hold promise with more affordable options
Market Data + Trends
Housing Inventory Reaches Highest Level of 2023
In a nutshell: Rising mortgage rates make more housing inventory
Market Data + Trends
US Home Prices Are Rising Again
An inventory shortage caused by climbing interest rates is causing home prices to surge for the first time in five months
Market Data + Trends
Single-Family Homes Are Getting Smaller
Why has the average U.S. single-family home size fallen to its lowest level since 2010?
Economics
How a Mild Recession Could Actually Help the Housing Market
A housing recession may not be as scary as it sounds, especially after years of unprecedented growth leading to a supply/demand imbalance
Remodeling
A Remodeling Boom Is in Full Swing
Homeowners who can't afford to refinance and purchase a new home in today's high-cost housing market are opting to use their equity savings to renovate instead
Market Data + Trends
Single-Family Home Prices Rose in Q2 2023
U.S. homes prices posted a small increase during the second quarter of 2023, but these metro areas saw much bigger changes...
Demographics
Americans Are Waiting Longer to Buy Their First Home
The average age of first-time buyers is the oldest on record, thanks to high housing costs and a shortage of entry-level homes
New-Home Sales
Findings From NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index for August
Home builder confidence may have seen a dip in August, but demand for new-home construction is on the rise
Affordability
The Connection Between Affordable Housing and Teachers
Why are teachers facing challenges finding housing within their school districts
Market Data + Trends
Up, Up, and Away ... The Share of Million-Dollar Houses Nears an All-Time High
Record home price appreciation is leading to a higher-than-average share of houses worth $1 million or more
