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
Economic Recovery Delayed by Inflation and Labor and Supply Constraints
Why the national economy is seeing its slowest growth since the start of the pandemic
Economics
Slow Economic Growth Reported for the Third Quarter of 2021
Real GDP growth rate sees yet another negative gain
Market Data + Trends
Rising Interest Rates Cause Drop in Mortgage Originations
Why mortgage bankers might be seeing a lot less business.
Housing Markets
How Mortgage Rates Affect the Housing Market
As mortgage rates go up, the housing rally slows down.
Economics
Lumber and Concrete Prices Fall in September
What the latest PPI report means for construction goods.
Economics
Consumer Price Increase Reported for September
Accelerated inflation is breaking the bank, but maybe not for much longer.
Economics
Inflation is Good for Homeowners and Landlords
Inflation can present challenges, but it also presents opportunities, especially for homeowners and landlords.
Economics
Consumer Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low
The share of respondents planning to buy a home within the next six months dropped to 5.6% in September
Economics
No Bubble in This Market
This market is rooted in much different (and far less dangerous) fundamentals.
Economics
Next Year’s Housing Market Will Be Boring
2022 could be somewhat normal with steadier production and supply and still solid demand.
