December jobs data continues to support lower mortgage rates
December jobs growth slowed to 50,000, keeping mortgage rates near 6% with steady and Trump’s MBS move supporting better spreads.
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Judge Valderrama’s ‘roadmap’ for successful antitrust litigation in affordable housing crisis
A federal judge’s dismissal of a manufactured housing antitrust case offers a clear roadmap for future litigation—and raises broader questions about consolidation and affordability.
The list of all Trump’s actions in 2025 that impacted housing
Here are the actions the Trump administration or Congress have taken that impact housing since President Trump took office on Jan. 20, 2025.
Logan Mohtashami’s 2026 housing forecast
Inventory is back to normal and mortgage rates are forecast between 5.75% and 6.75%, shaping a steadier housing market in 2026.
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.
Home price growth slows, affordability pressures persist
Despite a modest home price uptick, growth remains near its weakest pace since mid-2023 and continues to trail consumer inflation.
Realtor.com urges action on US housing supply shortage
Realtor.com’s Let America Build campaign urges lawmakers to address housing supply as U.S. inventory stays 4 million short.
How long does it take to save for a down payment in 2025?
Homebuyers now need seven years to save for a down payment, down from 12 years in 2022, but high-cost metros remain further out of reach.
Pending home sales rise in November as lower rates spur buyers
Pending home sales rose 3.3% in November, with NAR’s index hitting a reading of 79.2, and all regions posting monthly and annual gains.
Why didn’t double-digit growth in purchase apps lead to more home sales in 2025?
Despite double-digit growth in purchase applications for much of 2025, existing home sales increased only modestly from 2024.