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Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features

As prices have risen over the past several years, purchasing a home has become an even greater challenge. This has caused many Americans to turn to single-family rentals. When...
Oct. 30, 2024
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Remodeling and Design Firms Optimistic About End-of-Year Activity

Home remodeling and design professionals are feeling optimistic heading into 2025, with business expected to grow rather than decline in the final quarter of the year. According...
Oct. 24, 2024
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Existing-Home Sales Drop in September

Sales of existing homes dropped in September. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing-home sales fell by 1% month-over-month to an annual rate of 3.84 million...
Oct. 24, 2024
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How the Election Will Influence Your Bedroom

Economic factors, especially during and after election years, have a significant impact on residential interior design trends. When uncertainty around the economy arises—like ...
Oct. 23, 2024
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Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

Applications for Home Builders Institute’s Schools to Skills Grant application is now open through Dec. 20, 2024, according to the National Association of Home Builders. With ...
Oct. 30, 2024
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Want to Shorten Your Build Time? It Is Possible

While the construction industry suffers longer cycle times, some builders are getting faster...
Oct. 25, 2024
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Residential Construction Loan Volume Sees Sharpest Drop Since 2012

In Q2 2024, the volume of acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) loans saw its steepest year-over-year decline since 2012, driven largely by high interest rates...
Oct. 24, 2024
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Single-Family Housing Starts Are on the Rise

Housing starts overall have dropped month-over-month, but single-family construction is on the rise. According to the Calculated Risk blog, the rate of privately-owned housing...
Oct. 22, 2024
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Home Price Growth Slows Even Further

In August, home prices declined for the first time since 2022, according to property information provider CoreLogic. While prices still reached new highs, the CoreLogic S&...
Oct. 30, 2024
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Housing Vacancies Remain Stable During Q3 2024

For both owned and rented homes, vacancy rates remained relatively stable in Q3 2024, with only slight year-over-year changes. According to the Calculated Risk blog, national ...
Oct. 30, 2024
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As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

The recent increase in mortgage rates is affecting homebuyer purchasing power. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is now at 7%, which means someone with a $3,000 monthly budget can...
Oct. 30, 2024
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Mortgage Rates Shoot Back Up to 7%

After some recent fluctuations, mortgage rates have risen to 7%. Earlier in the year, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped from 7.52% in April to 6.11% by September, according...
Oct. 29, 2024
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Most Young Homeowners Say They’re Better Off Than They Were 4 Years Ago

Millennials and Generation Z have often been considered unlucky when it comes to issues surrounding housing and affordability. However, that changed during the COVID-19 pandemic...
Oct. 29, 2024
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Majority of Renters Believe They Will Never Own a Home

Homeownership has traditionally been part of the American dream, but for many renters, that dream feels unattainable. That’s according to a recent survey from online lending place...
Oct. 25, 2024
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These Cities Have the Most Homeowners Under 25

Buying a home is no easy task, especially for younger generations. In recent years, the housing market has become even more challenging for young, first-time homebuyers due to...
Oct. 25, 2024
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Homebuying Sentiment Improves, With VA Loan-Holders Leading the Way

Optimism about the economy is boosting confidence in homebuying among prospective homebuyers, but especially for those using a Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loan, according to the...
Oct. 22, 2024
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Designing With Wellness in Mind

Beauty has a direct impact on the brain and our overall well-being, making interior design an important asset to consider when developing a housing community. Multi-Housing News...
Oct. 17, 2024
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6 Kitchens Consumers Will Love

Consider these tips to deliver kitchens that meet a broad range of lifestyle needs
Oct. 8, 2024
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Insulation Best Practices for Sealing the Ceiling

Reliably air-sealing vented attics is a challenge. Pay attention to these details to help ensure greater thermal comfort
Oct. 8, 2024
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15 Kitchen and Bath Products From Pro Builder's September/October Issue

From faucets to appliances to smart shower technology, these product releases offer sleek looks, modern styling, and the latest in efficiency
Oct. 4, 2024