U.S. Housing Market
76 Representatives Call on House Leadership to Drop Build-to-Rent Provision from Senate Housing Bill
The representatives cited a forecast from the Urban Institute warning the provision could “decrease the number of rental units built each year by at least 72,000.” Continue Reading 76 Representatives Call on House Leadership to Drop Build-to-Rent Provision from Senate Housing Bill
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 20-24
The Tampa Bay Rays demand $1 billion for their new stadium, two pairs of regional realtors’ groups merge, and starter homes lose their appeal. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 20-24
HUD and FHFA Update Credit Scoring Models
Mortgage Bankers Association President and CEO Bob Broeksmit said this was “an important next step in modernizing the credit scoring framework.” Continue Reading HUD and FHFA Update Credit Scoring Models
New Study Finds Hawaii Residents Spend the Highest Percentage of Income on Housing
Iowa residents have the lowest percentage of income spent on housing. Continue Reading New Study Finds Hawaii Residents Spend the Highest Percentage of Income on Housing
New York State Home Sales Slowed While Prices Increased
Housing inventory across the Empire State dipped from 24,574 homes on the market in March 2025 to 24,386 units last month. Continue Reading New York State Home Sales Slowed While Prices Increased
Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in February
“Unfortunately, this month’s turmoil in the Middle East has put upward pressure on mortgage rates, which in turn could impact overall affordability in the months ahead,” said MBA’s Edward Seiler. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in February
238-Unit Mixed-Income Apartment Building Opens in New Haven
The five-story building as 57 units, or 20% of the residences, set aside for households earning an average of 50% of the area median income. Continue Reading 238-Unit Mixed-Income Apartment Building Opens in New Haven
‘Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry: Fannie-Freddie IPO Not Happening Until at Least 2027
Burry added that the housing market was “in for a long winter” if current economic conditions remain or worsen. Continue Reading ‘Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry: Fannie-Freddie IPO Not Happening Until at Least 2027
Elite International Realty Launches Invite-Only Luxury Division
Signature Collection listings will be exclusive to luxury clients and will feature distinct branding and tailored marketing strategies. Continue Reading Elite International Realty Launches Invite-Only Luxury Division
Mortgage Rates Surge for Fourth Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.38% as of March 26. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Surge for Fourth Straight Week
Report: Most Homes Were Unaffordable During Q1
California’s Los Angeles County was the least affordable market in ATTOM’s report. Continue Reading Report: Most Homes Were Unaffordable During Q1
Fannie Mae to Back New Crypto-Backed Mortgages
The new mortgages will be originated and serviced by Better, with Bitcoin and USDC pledges powered by Coinbase. Continue Reading Fannie Mae to Back New Crypto-Backed Mortgages
DC Office Building Sold for $24 Million, Will Become Rental Housing
“The entire thing needs to be gutted on the inside,” said Hossein Fateh, Dalian Development’s founder and CEO. Continue Reading DC Office Building Sold for $24 Million, Will Become Rental Housing
Landmark Properties Expands into Senior Housing Sector
Landmark will pursue both ground-up development and acquisition opportunities through partnerships. Continue Reading Landmark Properties Expands into Senior Housing Sector
Mortgage Delinquency Rate Inches Up to 3.72%
A total of 35,000 foreclosure starts were recorded last month, down 16% from January but up 7% from February 2025. Continue Reading Mortgage Delinquency Rate Inches Up to 3.72%
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