Analysis and Data

New findings illustrate how cross‑market demand has become a central dynamic in the U.S. housing landscape, reshaping where and how Americans shop for homes

A new analysis finds the FHFA’s decision to allow VantageScore in conforming mortgages could save lenders and borrowers approximately $650 million annually while expanding credit access to millions of additional consumers

Single-family rent growth slowed to near 15-year lows in late 2025, with declining rents in many major metros as rising vacancies and shifting demand gave renters greater pricing leverage

A widening imbalance between home sellers and buyers has shifted the U.S. housing market decisively in favor of buyers, as elevated mortgage rates and affordability pressures continue to suppress demand

A new analysis finds that replacing the tri-merge credit reporting standard could reduce risk assessment accuracy, ultimately driving higher mortgage rates, tighter credit access, and increased uncertainty for borrowers and investors

Redfin has found that contract fallout is climbing, as the housing market faces continued affordability pressures

Realtor.com reports that four years of elevated mortgage rates have boosted inventory, but failed to meaningfully reduce home prices

A new report from ATTOM shows vacancy and zombie foreclosure rates remain low nationwide, highlighting strong homeowner equity, limited property abandonment, and continued housing supply constraints despite ongoing foreclosure activity

A new survey from Zillow Group finds agents increasingly favor AI-powered, easy-to-use tools that reduce cognitive workload, automate routine tasks, and free up time to focus on client relationships and closing deals

NAR reports pending home sales fell 0.8 % in January amid tight inventory, affordability challenges, and rising household costs, signaling continued caution among prospective buyers heading into spring