U.S. Housing Market
Mortgage Application Activity Dips by 1.6%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 17.2% from 18.2%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Dips by 1.6%
HUD and USDA Rescind Biden’s Energy Mandate on New Home Construction
“We are removing a significant regulatory barrier that added tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of a new home,” said HUD Secretary Scott Turner. Continue Reading HUD and USDA Rescind Biden’s Energy Mandate on New Home Construction
Report: California’s Housing Affordability Improved Slightly in 2025
Affordability among both Black and Hispanic households increased to 11% in 2025, up from 10% one year earlier. Continue Reading Report: California’s Housing Affordability Improved Slightly in 2025
Oklahoma Property Tax Relief Measure Set for November Ballot
The ballot resolution would lower the maximum a property value can increase from 3% to 1.75% for primary residences and agricultural land. Continue Reading Oklahoma Property Tax Relief Measure Set for November Ballot
Century Communities Debuts Gated Community Outside of Atlanta
Pricing begins from the low $500,000s. Continue Reading Century Communities Debuts Gated Community Outside of Atlanta
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Miami ranked last among the more than 180 cites analyzed in the new WalletHub study. Continue Reading The City with the Most Affordable Rent Is…
Ginnie Mae Issued $46.1 Billion in Mortgage-Backed Securities During March
The pooling and securitization of loans for more than 128,000 American households, including over 49,000 first-time homebuyers. Continue Reading Ginnie Mae Issued $46.1 Billion in Mortgage-Backed Securities During March
Builder Confidence at 7-Month Low
“Builder sentiment has fallen back in spring as buyers face ongoing elevated interest rates and growing economic uncertainty,” said NAHB Chairman Bill Owens Continue Reading Builder Confidence at 7-Month Low
Percentage of First-Time Homebuyers Falls to All-Time Low
35% of Gen Z buyers were single females, the highest share among all generations. Continue Reading Percentage of First-Time Homebuyers Falls to All-Time Low
Refinancing Surge Drives Up Mortgage Application Activity
The Refinance Index increased 5% and was 15% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Refinancing Surge Drives Up Mortgage Application Activity
Century Communities Unveils New Georgia Community
Pricing begins in the $280,000s. Continue Reading Century Communities Unveils New Georgia Community
Bascom Group Acquires 294-Unit Las Vegas Apartment Community for $103 Million
Bascom plans to complete lease-up of the property and implement institutional-grade management through Cushman & Wakefield. Continue Reading Bascom Group Acquires 294-Unit Las Vegas Apartment Community for $103 Million
Survey: Most Home Sellers Are Optimistic About a Profitable Spring
The survey found 74% of respondents stating now is a good time to sell, while 83% of potential sellers expected to get their asking price or more this spring. Continue Reading Survey: Most Home Sellers Are Optimistic About a Profitable Spring
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases at 14-Year High
“Government applications, which include FHA, VA, and USDA/RHS loans, accounted for more than half of applications received,” said MBA’s Joe Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases at 14-Year High
Thompson Thrift to Build 273-Unit Multifamily Community in Reno
The company expects the first residents by September 2027. Continue Reading Thompson Thrift to Build 273-Unit Multifamily Community in Reno
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