News
June 2025 Existing Home Sales: Affordability Continues to Hamper Buyers
Sales struggled as buyers continue to grapple with affordability challenges.
Buyers Need a $17,000 Raise to Afford a Typical Home
Median earners can now afford the typical home in only 11 major markets, down from 39 markets five years ago
May 2025 Existing Home Sales Firmer Than Expected, Despite Economic Uncertainty
Existing home sales surprised on the upside, managing to eke out small gains compared to last month. This was despite heightened economic uncertainty in April — when homes sold in May went under contract.
Uncertainty Keeps The Fed On Hold. Treasury Yields Moved Higher On the News.
The Federal Reserve surprised nobody by keeping interest rates unchanged.
Rent Growth Cools Slightly, Following For-Sale Market’s Lead (May Rent Report)
Softer rental and for-sale markets give prospective buyers and renters more bargaining power
