2024 in Review and a Look Ahead to 2025: What Trump Has in Store for the Housing Market
In general, an article reviewing the housing market’s current year and the one around the corner would focus on the
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Housing Economy
Fannie and Freddie Will Back Homes Costing Nearly $1 Million as Prices Surge
According to USA Today, the federal government’s support for homeownership is about to expand as home prices continue to surge
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FHFA to Raise the 2025 Multifamily Loan Caps for Fannie, Freddie by 4%
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is increasing the multifamily loan purchase cap for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to
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The Housing Market Is Picking up in Some of the Most Expensive Regions of the U.S.
The housing market is beginning to recover, with increased listing activity and homes going under contract, particularly in high-priced areas
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Inflation Slows in September
According to the NAHB, inflation continued to ease in September and remained at a 3-year low as shelter costs continued
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Market-Driven Solutions Will Bolster Nation’s Resilience, Keep Homes Affordable
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress that FEMA’s push for adopting the latest building codes would unnecessarily
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Average US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Surges to 6.32%, Adding Pressure to Buyers Facing High Home Prices
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. surged to 6.32% this week, adding pressure on home buyers
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Remodeling Market Sentiment Dips in Third Quarter
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the third quarter, posting
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California Housing Market Overview
What is the housing market like right now? In August 2024, home prices in California were up 3.0% compared to
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A New Report Illustrates Just How Stuck the Housing Market Is
The U.S. housing market in 2024 is at its slowest in 30 years, with only 2.5% of homes changing hands
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‘Higher-for-Longer’ Cools House Price Appreciation, According to First American
Expect year-over-year price appreciation to follow this cooling trend in the months to come, says First American Chief Economist Mark
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Sales Activity Driven by the Five Ds Amid Persistent Market Headwinds
Home sales are expected to rise driven by lifestyle changes and significant life events By Odeta Kushi Our Existing-Home Sales
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Inflation Just Fell. Will Mortgage Rates Follow?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced a slight drop in the inflation rate for April. Though minimal, the reported drop
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Biden’s Top Economist Reveals Key To Ending Housing Crisis
It’s no secret that Americans are unhappy with the state of the United States economy, as consumer sentiment heads even
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Housing Market Nearly Overvalued Nationally, According to First American
Whether affordability drifts over or under in the coming months will depend on whether the supply-tightening response to higher rates
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Fed on Hold with Limited Inflation Progress
At the conclusion of its April-May meeting, the Federal Reserve holds the federal funds rate constant at a top target
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House Price Growth Continues to Cool in March
A ‘higher-for-longer’ mortgage rate environment should help to further slow house price appreciation, says First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming
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How Quickly Do Prices Respond to Monetary Policy?
Monetary policy has a history of operating with “long and variable lags,” as economist Milton Friedman once said. This phrase
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“Higher for Longer” Still Leaves Room for Affordability to Improve in 2024
Even modest improvements in housing affordability will be welcome news for buyers currently sitting on the sidelines, says First American
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House Prices Reach a New Peak, But Not Everywhere
By Mark Fleming In November 2023, the Real House Price Index (RHPI) leaped 11 percent on an annual basis. Affordability
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