Ending a hot decade, apartment construction slows in 2019
New national data on apartment construction shows activity slowing down in general, but features several cities with exceptional building activity.
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After two strong months, pending home sales slow
After two straight months of nationwide increases, the number of listings under contract by the end of July fell on a monthly basis.
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Consumer confidence remains strong amid economic unease
The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index for August showed Americans shared broadly strong views of the overall economy and their own financial health near the end of the summer.
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Builders finish summer strong but face uncertainty ahead
Economists were expecting new-home sales to finish stronger in July, aided by low mortgage rates that act as an incentive for buyers.
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Existing-home sales post year-over-year gain
Sales of existing homes in July logged their first year-over-year gain in 16 months.
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Housing starts show builders are cautiously optimistic
U.S. homebuilders appear optimistic that low mortgage rates can turn the tide in favor of stronger sales in the months ahead.
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More existing homes include smart tech upgrades
The remodeling industry can expect major growth in incorporating devices into homes that enable…
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Low rates boost mortgage industry but spook financial markets
Wall Street has found itself increasingly on edge in recent weeks, but strangely, that may be breathing fresh life into the mortgage lending industry.
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Consumer confidence on housing hits all-time high
Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index for July rose to its highest reading in nine years.
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The most popular interior design trends in Texas
Every home is unique in its own way, especially when it comes to interior…
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