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New-Home Sales
Why First-Time Buyers Should Consider New Construction
Entry-level homebuyers opting for resale homes to save money upfront are missing out on a number of affordable benefits that come with purchasing new construction
Labor + Trade Relations
The Hardest Construction Jobs to Fill In 2023 Are Also the Most Vital
Contractors are having the most difficulty filling open positions that require leadership or experience in the trades, according to a recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America
Affordability
Renting Is Still Cheaper Than Buying in Most Metros, but the Affordability Gap Is Shrinking
Renters are still saving more than homeowners when it comes to monthly housing costs, but in some metro areas, the gap between rental prices and mortgage payments is shrinking
How Are Color Trends Shifting into 2023?
Two color experts look at the macro trends influencing exterior color and offer tips to leverage the latest tastes and preferences.
10 Home Exterior Trends for 2023
Outdoor living, multi-textured facades, resilient roofs, brick, copper, and other features and products that are top of mind this year.
Market Data + Trends
Housing Market Shows First Signs of Normalizing in 2023—Here’s What That Means for Homebuyers
Sidelined buyers who have been waiting for price reductions and a boost in for-sale inventory may find opportunities for homeownership in 2023
New-Home Sales
First-Time Buyers Burdened by Lack of Entry-Level Inventory
For the past two years, first-time buyers have battled a housing affordability crisis paired with a growing shortage of cost-friendly starter homes
Housing Markets
Why Charlotte Could Be the Hottest Housing Market of 2023
With strong home value appreciation and a healthy inventory of for-sale housing, Charlotte, N.C., is on a fast track for growth in the year ahead
Market Data + Trends
These Three Women Are Finding Solutions to Combat Discrimination Against Black Homeowners
The home appraisal industry is plagued by a lack of diversity, and that misrepresentation has led to decades of racial discrimination and a widening affordability gap which these three female appraisers are working to resolve
Demographics
Student-Loan Repayment Pause Helped Young Americans Become Homeowners
An ongoing student-loan payment pause is helping more young adults budget for homeownership