Housing and Economic Research
Original research and analysis on housing trends, the economy and the mortgage market
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Research Note | November 3, 2022
Freddie Mac’s Newly Enhanced Mortgage Rate Survey Explained
To ensure that Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey® continues to provide high-quality information on the mortgage market, we are making new enhancements to our methodology. More
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Research Brief | November 2, 2022
Homeowners Hold Positive Attitudes Toward Renovating But Cost, Financing Awareness and Emotion Hold Them Back
Older housing stock and higher levels of home equity may encourage more owners and buyers to renovate. But many are not prepared for long-term or costlier projects. More
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Forecast | October 21, 2022
Quarterly Forecast: Rapidly Rising Rates & Declining Demand Driving a Housing Market Slowdown
Mortgage interest rates have increased at the fastest rate since the early 1980s. The increase in rates has been driven by a general increase in interest rates throughout the economy, which in turn have been primarily driven by inflation. More
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Research Brief | October 5, 2022
Homeowners Are Growing More Concerned about the Effects of Severe Weather
Severe weather-related events have outsized potential to affect a homeowner’s livelihood and the livability of their home. More
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Research Brief | September 28, 2022
Among Aging Adults, Inequalities Affect Long-Term Financial Outlook
Many adults age 55 and older live in a healthy financial situation and are confident about the future. However, inequalities exist for renters and non-White adults. More
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Research Brief | September 21, 2022
Housing Sentiment in the Third Quarter of 2022
In the third quarter of 2022, consumer’s confidence in the housing market and their likelihood to buy or refinance a home declined. More