Tagged: Housing Affordability

MBA's Fratantoni says economic data likely to keep rates 'steady at these levels'

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

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.”

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

Alignment between between 2025 forecasts show rising inventory, improving affordability

But, three consecutive months of rising consumer prices flash a warning signal for 2025

Lackluster investor interest and industry consolidation are taking their toll on the market's liquidity

Consumers adjust market expectations as forecasts signal a still-challenging environment in 2025

Some markets to see sizable bump up in 2025 sales, while others will struggle to overcome affordability challenges