U.S. Housing Market
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Predictions for the Real Estate World in 2026
The coming year will see major changes in Congress, the Federal Reserve, and the housing market. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Predictions for the Real Estate World in 2026
Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level of 2025
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.15% as of Dec. 31. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level of 2025
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
The average loan size for new homes increased from $372,745 in July to $374,288 in August. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
Builder Confidence Holds Steady
“NAHB expects the Fed to cut the federal funds rate at their meeting this week, which will help lower interest rates for builder and developer loans,” said Chief Economist Robert Dietz. Continue Reading Builder Confidence Holds Steady
FHLBank Atlanta Announces $11.7 Million in Grants for Affordable Multifamily Rental Housing Development
Grant applications are now being accepted through Oct. 3. Continue Reading FHLBank Atlanta Announces $11.7 Million in Grants for Affordable Multifamily Rental Housing Development
Builder Confidence Evaporates Amid Elevated Mortgage Rates
NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey noted that “demand for new construction continues to be supported by a lack of resale inventory.” Continue Reading Builder Confidence Evaporates Amid Elevated Mortgage Rates
July New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 35.5%
Mortgage applications for new home purchases in July increased by 35.5% year-over-year, according to new data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Compared to June, applications inched up by 0.2%. MBA estimated new single-family home sales were running at a...
Average Teacher Can Only Afford 12% of Homes Within Commuting Distance to School
Redfin determined the average teacher can only afford 27% of available rentals within commuting distance of their school. Continue Reading Average Teacher Can Only Afford 12% of Homes Within Commuting Distance to School
Jury Awards $612 Million to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Shareholders
The FHFA issued a statement saying it would review the verdict and determine how to proceed. Continue Reading Jury Awards $612 Million to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Shareholders
WalletHub’s Best State To Live In Is…
Utah had the lowest average of weekly work hours while Alaska had the highest. Continue Reading WalletHub’s Best State To Live In Is…
California’s Housing Affordability Level at 16-Year Low
Lassen County required the lowest minimum qualifying income ($62,400) for purchasing a median-priced home. Continue Reading California’s Housing Affordability Level at 16-Year Low
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 7-11
Out-of-control rent prices, a fine that Elon Musk isn’t paying and a Chinese property developer on the skids. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 7-11
Redfin: 1 in 10 Homes are Worth $1 Million or More
Redfin noted there are “essentially no million-dollar homes in several inexpensive metros, including parts of Texas and upstate New York.” Continue Reading Redfin: 1 in 10 Homes are Worth $1 Million or More
Mid-Atlantic Region’s Median Home Price at $400,000
The Maryland/West Virginia Panhandle’s median price of $295,000 was the highest recorded for the region. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Region’s Median Home Price at $400,000
Truist Allocates $15 Million to Fund Affordable Housing in North Carolina
The new housing impact fund will focus its investments on apartment communities that are vulnerable to gentrification. Continue Reading Truist Allocates $15 Million to Fund Affordable Housing in North Carolina
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