Analysis and Data

A surprise deceleration in core inflation, however, offers market a "glimmer of hope"

Half of current homeowners planning to move in 2025 cite politics as driving motivation

As borrowers increasingly rely on government and non-conforming loans, the GSE market has shrunk dramatically

Fannie Mae's Chief Economist expects a difficult balancing act for the 2025 market

As the average age of homebuyers rises, "many Americans still see the ideal of having a home belongs to them," Realtor.com's Laura Eddy says.

Declining lock volumes and applications signal difficult conditions ahead with volatility on the upswing

Changes could exacerbate two-tiered market, one that “benefits from tax reform and deregulation, and another that struggles with affordability challenges.”

Stronger-than-expected job growth signals steady economic resilience, extends horizon for likely next rate cut

The equity blessings of rapid home price growth bear the curse of property-tax sticker shock

High rates coupled with high home prices continue to affect affordability