What the ROAD to Housing Act can — and can’t — do for affordability
Experts who spoke with HousingWire call the legislation a good start but point to other bold measures still needed to tackle affordability.
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Economic activity expands, but consumers feel the squeeze
Construction and real estate activity increased slightly overall, with several districts highlighting growth in data center building.
Will getting rid of property taxes make Florida more affordable?
Supporters argue it could ease affordability pressures while critics warn it may fuel higher home prices and reshape local tax structures.
When listings lie: AI staging pushes real estate into an ethics gray zone
Experts speak on best practices for agents to avoid listings that a buyer could perceive to be misleading or unrealistic.
Lower launches Movoto Advantage for solo real estate agents
Lower rolled out Movoto Advantage, a subscription program with about 200 agents, routing live consumer transfers to one vetted agent per market.
Immigration policy, economic uncertainty reshaping housing market
Builders are reporting sales impacts from policy shifts as consumers become increasingly skeptical of traditional “dream home” marketing.
Megatel Homes will launch crypto rewards for renters and buyers
MegPrime’s MP Token will provide renters with up to $25,000 in down payment assistance and mortgage rate rewards.
Real estate leaders weigh in on potential ban on large investors
The proposal has sparked debate over the role of Wall Street-backed landlords — and whether restricting them would meaningfully lower prices.
Out-of-state investors keep sizable stake in single-family homes
Analysts say the persistence of nonlocal buyers points to a lasting shift in housing market dynamics rather than a temporary surge tied to COVID-era disruptions.
Renovated homes are still a draw, but the edge is fading
While updates still appeal to homebuyers, today’s borrowing costs have made it harder for sellers to command price premiums.