Pulte Banks Build-To-Order Pivot as Margins Stabilize
PulteGroup accelerates its shift toward build-to-order homes to support margins as the 2026 housing market stays vola...
Housing Market
This tag page collects 18 articles on the Housing Market, from mortgage rates to price trends, helping you manage debt and plan smarter home decisions.
422 articlesHousing Market Spotlight: Lower-Priced Markets Stand Strong
Lower-priced metros stay resilient as demand cools amid elevated rates. This loans-focused update surveys July data a...
These American Cities Trending Toward a Buyer’s Market
A fresh market clock shows nine American metro areas moving toward a buyer's market, signaling more leverage for buye...
300,000-Plus Listed Lots Highlight Infill Boom for Builders
A new Zillow analysis finds more than 300,000 listed lots could significantly ease the U.S. housing shortage if devel...
Starter Home Inventory Trails Pre-COVID Gap Widens
New Realtor.com analysis finds starter home inventory trails pre-pandemic levels by roughly 300,000 listings, with en...
Iran Conflict 2.0 Pushes High Mortgage Rates, Market Jitters
Renewed Iran tensions push Treasury yields higher and lift mortgage costs, threatening affordability for buyers and h...
Let’s Real: Most Retirees Find One Florida Beach Town Works
New data suggests trophy Florida beach towns are pricing out most retirees. The Atlantic-side exception, New Smyrna B...
Retire in Oklahoma: A Cost-Savvy Move in 2026 Today
As coastal living grows unaffordable, Oklahoma is emerging as a practical retirement option. A fresh look at costs, t...
The Ultimate “stress Test” Housing Market: 2026 Edition
What counts as the ultimate “stress test” for housing in 2026? This article breaks down signals, scenarios, and pract...
Mortgage Rates Jump Highest Near One-Year Peak for Now
Freddie Mac data show mortgage rates jump highest in nearly a year, with the 30-year fixed at about 6.55% as buyers w...
Pending Home Sales Fall in June as Rates, Prices Cool Market
June data from the National Association of Realtors shows pending home sales fall 5.4% month over month, reflecting a...
Won’t Believe Mortgage Rates: Why They’re Climbing Again
Mortgage rates are moving higher again, but the exact reasons aren’t what many homeowners expect. Learn the hidden fo...