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
Business Management
Lessons Learned From a Downturn—Can They Help Us Next Time?
Industry sage George Casey shares his experience and wisdom for confronting the next housing slowdown
It's Time for Congress to Act on Finance Reform
NAHB Housing Policy Briefing | The National Association of Home Builders is a Washington, D.C.-based trade association representing more than 140,000 members involved in home building, remodeling, multifamily construction, property management, subcontracting, design, housing finance, building product manufacturing, and other aspects of residential and light commercial construction.
Home Value Growth Slows But Market May Be Recharging
The rise of U.S. home values declined during August versus the year ago month falling below the 5% rate for the first time since 2015, according…
Builder Optimism Surges But With Caveats
Confidence among homebuilders hits the highest level of the year rising a point to 68 for September in the National Association of Home Builders/…
The Impact Higher Mortgage Rates Are Having on the Market
Doug Duncan, chief economist for Fannie Mae, joins CNBC’s “The Exchange” to discuss if the recent rise in mortgage rates and the impact for the…
Single-Family Rental Projected to Outpace Multifamily in Next Three Years
Soaring demand and under supply for residential rental units bodes well for the growth of single-family rentals. This real estate segment is…
Fall Selling Season Quickly Shifts to Buyer’s Market
It’s less about the health of the housing market and more about concern for the future of the economy, as buyers are suddenly more cautious about…
Which Cities Have the Most/Least to Lose During the Next Slump?
When the next recession will begin still is the $64,000 question, but Riverside, Calif., Phoenix, and Miami most likely will see home values crash…
Fewer Prospects Looking to Buy
Although mortgage interests rates have dropped, that carrot hasn’t nudged more people into looking to buy a home.
Twelve percent of adults…
Home Values in Large Cities Growing Faster than in Rural
As the longest economic expansion in U.S. history continues, the bulk of job creation occurred in major cities. During previous recoveries rural…
