Mortgage Rates Are Up but New-Home Sales Still Solid in March
Lack of existing home inventory drove a rise in new-home sales, despite higher interest rates in March
Who's Earning What in Construction
Workers in construction management roles may earn a higher median wage, but on average, lower-paid occupations have experienced somewhat faster wage growth
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
Housing Markets
How the ‘Great Resignation’ Is Affecting U.S. Cities
A major shift among young professionals will benefit some regions more than others
Demographics
Single Female Buyers Outpace Men for Third Straight Decade
More single females are buying homes than men, but not without sacrifices
Labor + Trade Relations
The Driving Forces of the Labor Shortage—And Why It Might Take Years to Resolve
A waning workforce is impacting thousands of businesses across the US, and according to JP Morgan, the post-recession deficit just might stick around
Housing Markets
Realtor.com Lists 10 Hottest Real Estate Markets for 2022
Why more buyers are fleeing major cities to settle in the Midwest
Housing Markets
Zillow's 2022 Housing Predictions
What buyers and sellers can expect in another hot year for the housing market
Housing Markets
Third Quarter Metro Affordability Report Reveals a Tight Market for First-Time Buyers
Despite major supply shortages driving up competition, price growth deceleration signals more market balance in the future
Market Data + Trends
More Millennials Entering Mobile Home Market to Avoid Record-High Housing Prices
Not only are mobile homes affordable housing options for first-time buyers, but they also accommodate on-the-go lifestyles for the post-pandemic house hunter
Housing Markets
Metro Denver Reports Low Housing Inventory in November
Ongoing housing shortages are creating a competitive Denver market
Housing Markets
More Millennials Expected to Enter a Tough Housing Market in 2022
First-time buyers will be the market players to watch in a competitive 2022 housing market
Financing
What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect From Rising Inflation
Demand-supply imbalance and inflated home prices are the new status quo, but for how much longer?
