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The Rate Path Wildcard (October 2026 Housing Market Forecast)
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Housing demand finds a new home in rentals, up 19.2% (September Rent Report)
As elevated borrowing costs push up a buyer’s monthly payment, more shoppers are choosing to rent.
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A $100K Income Unlocks 2.5 Times More of the Rental Market Than the Typical Renter
In affordable markets, that means a single-family home. In the most expensive, a one-bedroom apartment.
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Rent Affordability

A $100K Income Unlocks 2.5 Times More of the Rental Market Than the Typical Renter

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A $100K Income Unlocks 2.5 Times More of the Rental Market Than the Typical Renter

In affordable markets, that means a single-family home. In the most expensive, a one-bedroom apartment.

Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

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Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

Despite Cooling Rent Growth, Nearly Half of Renter Households Were Cost-Burdened in 2024

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Despite Cooling Rent Growth, Nearly Half of Renter Households Were Cost-Burdened in 2024

Where it’s easiest to find a rental for less than $1,000

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Where it’s easiest to find a rental for less than $1,000

Renter Insights

Rental Search Patterns Offer a Window Into Where Relocation Demand May Be Heading

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Rental Search Patterns Offer a Window Into Where Relocation Demand May Be Heading

Consumer Housing Trends Report: Methodology

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Consumer Housing Trends Report: Methodology

In Some Markets, Saving and Breaking Even on a Home Purchase Can Take a Buyer Into Their Retirement Years

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In Some Markets, Saving and Breaking Even on a Home Purchase Can Take a Buyer Into Their Retirement Years

Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

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Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

Rental Supply and Vacancy

Rent Went Up But So Did the Freebies (June Rent Report)

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Rent Went Up But So Did the Freebies (June Rent Report)

Rent growth accelerated. And yet, the share of listings with a concession remains elevated.

Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

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Austin Holds the Crown for New Grads in 2026

Nearly 40% of listings come with perks this spring (April Rental Report)

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Nearly 40% of listings come with perks this spring (April Rental Report)

Confessions of a Dual Shopper: Those Shopping for For-Sale and Rental Homes Are Willing to Go Smaller, But Won't Compromise on the Third Bedroom

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Confessions of a Dual Shopper: Those Shopping for For-Sale and Rental Homes Are Willing to Go Smaller, But Won't Compromise on the Third Bedroom

Forecasts

The Rate Path Wildcard (October 2026 Housing Market Forecast)

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The Rate Path Wildcard (October 2026 Housing Market Forecast)

Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, September 2026

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Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, September 2026

Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, August 2026

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Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, August 2026

Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, July 2026

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Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, July 2026

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