What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home?
A closer look at the itemized costs in each stage of construction for a single-family home
A Look at the Boom in Home Builder Stocks During 2023
In 2023, stocks for the 10 biggest U.S. home builders outperformed the S&P 500. What does that say about the housing market?
Housing Demand Could Rebound in 2024 as Mortgage Rates Ease
The Mortgage Bankers Association predicts lower mortgage rates could bring homebuyers back into the market in 2024
The Federal Reserve Tightens Its Grip on the US Housing Market
Mortgage rates just surpassed a 23-year high, and experts say more rate hikes are on the horizon
Why Does the Housing Market Feel Like It's 1996?
The number of mortgage applications is currently at levels not seen since the mid-'90s
High Monthly Housing Expenses Are a Cause for Pause
With high median monthly mortgage payments, prospective buyers and sellers aren't too eager to jump into the for-sale market
Financials
What Your Business Credit Report Tells Lenders
See how a solid business credit score increases your chances of securing capital to fund the growth of your business, and what you can do to improve your score
Housing Markets
Home Prices Are Dropping, but Are Not Expected to Crash
Home prices are facing an imminent decline, likely caused by a surge in mortgage rates
Builders
Home Builder CFOs Report Strong Q2 Gains Despite Inflationary Pressures
Home builder CFOs are facing persistent headwinds from inflated material and labor costs, lingering supply chain challenges, and a more hesitant consumer base
Economics
Has Inflation Already Peaked? July CPI Report Reveals Stagnant Growth
After plateauing in July following consistent gains throughout much of 2022, the most recent Consumer Price Index has some experts wondering if the worst of an inflation storm is already behind us
Housing Markets
Which States Are Attracting High-Earning Households and How That Affects State Financials
Households that make over $200,000 are in the minority, but their movement across states can make a significant difference
Housing Policy + Finance
Will Fannie and Freddie’s Conforming Loan Limit Increase in 2023? If So, By How Much?
Economists are watching sales and prices for what the new limits may be
Housing Policy + Finance
Falling Lumber Prices Reflect a Return to Normal for the Housing Market
Lumber prices benefited from the booming housing demand during the pandemic, but as demand slows, prices follow
Housing Policy + Finance
Is the U.S. Already in a Recession? What Does That Mean for Housing?
Inflation is increasing, the economy slumping, and many are worried that the U.S. is headed for another recession
Housing Policy + Finance
The Federal Reserve’s Efforts to Curb Inflation May Have Unexpected Consequences
The housing market is now seeing lower mortgage rates, but financial markets are expecting a recession in 2023
Housing Markets
The Most Expensive City for Renters May Surprise You
It’s no surprise that rental prices have increased during the pandemic, as inflation has spiked and people have had more flexibility to work remotely, says Jon Leckie, a researcher at Rent
