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Despite Headwinds, Existing-home Sales Will Pick Up
Most Americans still aspire to own a home, with over 70% of renters preferring ownership, according to a Federal Reserve…
What does the modern 55+ consumer want, and how can developers align accordingly?
The 55+ population is expected to grow significantly by 2033, creating a major opportunity for master-planned communities to target this…
Housing Restrictions Hit Harder than Tariffs
The free market has played a major role in reducing global poverty and increasing wealth, largely through mechanisms like free…
Redfin says housing market bubble could deflate this year
In recent years, homebuyers have struggled with a challenging housing market marked by high prices and elevated mortgage rates, causing…
Housing Costs Continue to Drive Inflation
Housing costs remained the primary driver of inflation in October, accounting for over 65% of the 12-month increase in the…
Single-Family Permits Higher in September 2024
Single-family permits saw a strong increase in Sept. 2024 with year-to-date totals reaching 763,990, a 10.1% rise compared to the…
Residential Mortgages Experience Unchanged Lending Conditions, Weaker Demand in Third Quarter
In the third quarter of 2024, residential mortgage lending conditions remained largely unchanged, with the exception of subprime loans, which…
Higher Mortgage Interest Rates Slow Housing Production in October
Higher mortgage interest rates continued to slow housing production in Oct. 2024, with overall housing starts falling 3.1% to a…
Growth for Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction
Single-family built-for-rent (SFBFR) construction saw significant growth in the third quarter of 2024, with 24,000 new starts — an increase…
Gains for Townhouse Construction
According to the NAHB, over the past year, townhouse starts reached 177,000, a 20% increase from the previous year, and…
