Existing home prices firmed up in September
Existing home sales show year-over-year growth as inventory stabilizes, with mortgage rates near 6% and improved market conditions.
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Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas awards $73.5M to affordable housing projects
This year’s grants will fund the construction or rehabilitation of more than 3,700 housing units across six states.
What the latest mortgage data tells us about home sales in 2026
As U.S. mortgage rates rise above pre-pandemic levels, the housing market faces shifts in homeowner behavior and sales dynamics.
MBA forecasts $2.2T mortgage origination in 2026
Purchase originations are forecast to increase 7.7% to $1.46T next year and refinance originations are expected to increase 9.2% to $737B.
Housing demand now reflects a positive trend
The housing market has stabilized as mortgage rates have stayed below 6.64%, impacting housing demand and inventory.
Home seller profits down in most metros despite record sale prices
Profit margins declined in nearly 59% of the 157 metro areas analyzed and dropped year over year in more than 84% of them.
AI platform aims to tackle homebuilding bottlenecks
The company’s main platform, SwiftGov, is designed to help local governments reform zoning and permitting systems while keeping sensitive municipal data on U.S. servers.
Did housing inventory peak in August this year?
Housing inventory may have peaked early this year, marking an unusual shift in market trends that affects both buyers and sellers.
Colorado housing market sees wider price cuts ahead of ski season
Colorado housing shows lower new-listing prices and widespread cuts. New-listing median $597,500 vs $649,900 statewide. 48% of listings reduced as under-contracts outpace new supply.
Illinois offers affordable entry points for first-time buyers
Illinois remains more affordable than the U.S. median as price reductions and steady absorption create openings for first-time buyers.