Housing Market

Renters Now Spend Less than 24% of Income on Rent

Realtor.com reports renters now spend 23.4% of income on rent, down from 24.9% a year ago, as national affordability improves for the second straight month.

October 14, 2025

Housing Market

Nearly Half of U.S. States Are in or Near Recession, Moody’s Warns

Realtor.com and Fortune report that 22 states, representing one-third of U.S. GDP, are in or near recession, even as national GDP grows 3.8% and unemployment holds at 4.3%.

October 14, 2025

Housing Market

Fannie Mae Board Member’s Warning about Policy: ‘It’s No Wonder Buyers Feel Stuck’

Barry Habib says lasting housing affordability depends on policy reform and smarter capital rules at Fannie Mae, not just waiting for mortgage rates to drop.

October 13, 2025

Housing Market

Americans Are 11% More Likely to Move to Buyer Markets in 2025

MoveBuddha reports movers are 11% more likely to head to buyer-friendly cities in 2025, while renter havens see nearly 30% fewer inbound moves.

October 10, 2025

Housing Market

82% of Americans Use AI for Housing Market Info, but Agents Still Lead in Trust

Realtor.com finds 82% of Americans now use AI for housing insights, yet agents remain the most trusted and accurate source of real estate information.

October 9, 2025

Housing Market

Affordability Hits Best Level in 2.5 Years as Escrow Costs Surge 45% Nationwide

ICE Mortgage Monitor shows affordability improving, but Cotality reports escrow costs up 45%, offsetting gains with rising taxes and insurance.

October 8, 2025

Housing Market

Nearly 1 in 3 Homes Sold for Cash in 2025, New Data Shows

Realtor.com® finds cash buyers still dominate in 2025, with 32.8% of sales all-cash and Mississippi topping the list at nearly half of all deals.

October 7, 2025

Housing Market

Nearly 20% of Sellers Slashed Prices in September, Led by Mid-Tier Homes

Realtor.com data shows U.S. inventory up 17% YoY with 19.9% of listings reduced, marking 23 months of annual supply gains.

October 6, 2025

Housing Market

What the Government Shutdown Means for Your Clients’ Closings

HousingWire and Realtor.com report the government shutdown could stall loans, halt USDA programs, and derail 1,400 home sales a day.

October 3, 2025

Housing Market

44% of Americans Struggle to Afford Housing Payments

Redfin reports 44.4% of Americans struggle with housing costs, leading to family sacrifices like delaying kids, giving up pets, or moving in with parents.

October 2, 2025