U.S. Housing Market
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Feb. 9-13
A Capitol Hill conundrum on affordable homeownership, another state wants the Chicago Bears, and a historic theater reopens for business. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Feb. 9-13
Massachusetts to Study Building Code Change to Enable More Housing Construction
The advisory group will include fire and public safety services professionals, building officials, architectural experts, and accessibility advocates. Continue Reading Massachusetts to Study Building Code Change to Enable More Housing Construction
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
CVS Health Invests $19.2 Million for Colorado Affordable Housing Project
The project is currently under construction with a scheduled completion in the summer of 2025. Continue Reading CVS Health Invests $19.2 Million for Colorado Affordable Housing Project
Mortgage Demand Down 2.7%
The Refinance Index decreased 6% from the previous week and was 3% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Demand Down 2.7%
Study: Roughly 40% of Homeowners Could Not Afford to Buy Their Home Today
“Rising home prices are a double-edged sword,” said Redfin Senior Economist Elijah de la Campa. Continue Reading Study: Roughly 40% of Homeowners Could Not Afford to Buy Their Home Today
Four Seasons to Open First Branded Residences in Florida
The new 20-story development will offer 70 residences ranging from two- to four-bedrooms. Continue Reading Four Seasons to Open First Branded Residences in Florida
New Home Sales Up 8.8% in March
The median sales price of new houses sold in March was $430,700. Continue Reading New Home Sales Up 8.8% in March
CrossCountry Mortgage Unveils CCM EasyGreen
Income qualified borrowers can use the new product in a purchase loan or for refinancing. Continue Reading CrossCountry Mortgage Unveils CCM EasyGreen
Arrive Home Debuts Earned Equity Program as Mortgage Alternative
Arrive Home President Tai Christensen said the program will “facilitate responsible homeownership.” Continue Reading Arrive Home Debuts Earned Equity Program as Mortgage Alternative
Investment Firm Acquires Kinexx Modular Construction
Kinexx will operate as a subsidiary of LaPhair Capital Partners, with Scott Upshaw as its new CEO. Continue Reading Investment Firm Acquires Kinexx Modular Construction
The Most Eco-Friendly Housing Market Is…
Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale credited state and local policies with giving the top 10 a conspicuously West Coast slant. Continue Reading The Most Eco-Friendly Housing Market Is…
HUD Announces Final Rule for Federal Flood Risk Management Standard
HUD estimates approximately 10% of new FHA single-family homes constructed each year are within the 100-year floodplain. Continue Reading HUD Announces Final Rule for Federal Flood Risk Management Standard
