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
Market Data + Trends
Community Amenities Perception Gaps
New homeowner sentiment data on home values reveals residents in areas…
Economics
Preparing for the Next Recession
If a recession comes to the U.S., experts predict it will hit at the end of…
Builder Confidence Up in February
With interest rates flat, builder sentiment was up four points to 62 in the…
Innovation
Innovating to Cut Costs
A recent expert panel concluded that better collaboration and integration of …
Housing 'Already in a Recession'
All but two of the 11 recessions in the U.S. since 1945 were preceded by a housing slump, showing the industry's…
Emerging Trend in Construction Loans
In 2018, interest rates for residential acquisition, development, and …
