Market Studies

A new paper reveals the six-pronged impact of today’s rising mortgage rates. What does it spell for the market of tomorrow?

Renting has always been an alternative to buying a home, and rising home costs could be driving more potential buyers into the rental market. But what happens when rental costs increase?

Loan defects are on the rise—and have been for seven months running. Can you guess which state comes with the highest risk?

New data shows the average U.S. homeowner spends more than $9,000 in maintenance, repairs, and other assorted costs. The question is: are consumers factoring these expenses when homebuying?

When thinking about the overall health of the housing market, it’s important to consider not only its current position, but also where it potentially could be, so as ...

Real Estate might be the most popular form of investment in the U.S., but how do the returns add up compared to other outlets?

A new study reveals the biggest influencers of tomorrow’s housing market. Can they improve homeownership rates?

Many have feared the recent growing popularity in nonqualified mortgage loans could indicate another crisis is on the horizon, but are these worries warranted? New research released Thursday looks at the link between non-QM and subprime loans. Are they similar enough to spell another crash? Thursday’’s report has some interesting findings.

Home prices may be up across the nation—and setting record highs, at that—but affordability is actually up at the moment. What’s causing this increase in homebuying power? An Index released today may have the answers we’re looking for.

For the fifth month in a row, home prices have set a national record—and with high demand and strapped inventory, that trend’s likely here to stay. But does it mean another crash is on the horizon? Analysis released today may have the answer.