Guide Helps Buyers Navigate Land, Home Building

Guide Helps Buyers Navigate Land, Home Building

By Amy Connolly NAR’s latest guide helps buyers navigate land purchases, construction loans and building a custom home, providing valuable insights and tools for informed decisions. ORLANDO, Fla. — Homebuyers looking to customize their space and incorporate...
Housing Starts Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty

Housing Starts Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty

March housing starts fell 11.4% to a 1.32M pace amid higher rates and costs, while permits rose 1.6%, suggesting continued interest in future building. WASHINGTON — Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs...
Housing Bill Aims to Boost Development

Housing Bill Aims to Boost Development

By Tori Syrek The bipartisan Housing Supply Frameworks Act would help state and local governments update rules that delay new housing, according to NAR. WASHINGTON — Federal lawmakers took a significant bipartisan step this month toward addressing the nation’s housing...
Builder Confidence Levels Indicate Slow Start

Builder Confidence Levels Indicate Slow Start

The spring housing season is heating up with strong buyer interest, but limited listings and climbing prices making the market competitive, NAHB said. WASHINGTON — Growing economic uncertainty stemming from tariff concerns and elevated building material costs kept...
Home Loan Options for Gig Workers

Home Loan Options for Gig Workers

By Holden Lewis Workers earning income through digital platforms can qualify for mortgages if they have steady income, good credit, savings and solid documentation. NEW YORK — As I chat with my Lyft drivers, the conversation often turns toward rent: It’s too...