The Wall Street Journal, Feb. 22, 2025-Veronica DagherHome buyers have the most leverage over sellers in years.Click here for more (subscription)
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Housing Starts Shift Favors Multifamily and Build-to-Rent Owners
Globe St., Feb. 24, 2025-Erik ShermanA shift happening in housing starts, according to Colliers, should be good news for multifamily and single-family or build-to-rent owners.Click here for more (subscription)
DFW Tops List for New Rental Home Construction
NBC DFW, Feb. 21, 2025-Evan AndersonTexas is seeing a surge in new homes for rent, and according to a new study, these “build to rent” communities are becoming even more …
Black First-Time Buyers Are Entering the Housing Market at Record Levels
MPA, Feb. 21, 2025-Candyd MendozaBlack first-time homebuyers are entering the market at record levels, but affordability challenges continue to make homeownership an uphill battle, according to a new Zillow survey.Click …
Which States Attract the Most New Residents?
New York Times, Feb. 20, 2025-Matt YanMoving out of state can be costly and complicated, but Americans have been doing it on a consistent basis recently, according to a report. …
Fannie Mae Raises 2025 Mortgage Rate Forecast Amid Inflation Concerns
MPA, Feb. 21, 2025-Candyd MendozaFannie Mae’s latest economic forecast suggests that mortgage rates will likely remain volatile in 2025 as uncertainty surrounding inflation, trade policies, and economic growth continues to …
How GSE Privatization Could Happen
Multi-Housing News, February 20, 2025-Jeffrey SteeleHUD’s new leader and some experts have floated the idea of taking this giant step. What would that mean? (MBA mention)Click here for more
Why Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Might be Better Bargain Than Fixed
Orange County Register, Feb. 20, 2025-Jeff LazersonEvery dollar counts, especially during inflationary times. That’s why homebuyers or owners should consider cheaper, adjustable rates when shopping for mortgages.Click here for more
Home Sales Are Expected to Be Dismal. Watch This Data Instead.
Barron’s, Feb. 20, 2025-Shaina MishkinHome sales data expected Friday will reflect old news: home buyers and sellers had a tough winter. Investors should keep their eyes on mortgage applications instead.Click …
Buyers Swap Out Fixer-Uppers For Remodeled Homes
National Mortgage Professional, Feb. 20, 2025-Katie JensenHome renovators have made an honest living by fixing up distressed properties, and putting them back on the market. But, the latest study from …