U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Multiple challenges plague builders: soaring costs, labor shortage, and dearth of buildable land, even as permit data offers hope.

New single-family home sales defy housing market trends in July 2023.

Demand increases based on existing homeowners staying put.

Decline a surprise following report of growth in builder confidence.

Lender accused of not following guidelines for originating, underwriting some FHA, VA loans.

Permits, completions also rise as market enters 'prime season'