Housing and Economic Research
Original research and analysis on housing trends, the economy and the mortgage market
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Insight | November 9, 2017
The "B" Word: Can We Spot the Next House Price Bubble?
"Are we in a house price bubble?" That's generally the first question I get after every presentation I make these days. More
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Insight | November 3, 2017
Rental Affordability: A Gap Widening to a Chasm
Are the reports of an affordability crisis in rental housing true? A first-of-its-kind study from Freddie Mac Multifamily revealed a number of concerning facts. More
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Consumer Research | November 3, 2017
Renters See Affordability in Apartment Living
Affordability and changing attitudes towards renting are playing a significant role in the growing demand for rental housing, according to the latest edition of... More
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Forecast | October 23, 2017
Hurricane Season Puts Pressure on Housing
As the country recovers from the impact of hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, we expect economic activity to bounce back in the longer term despite the... More
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Insight | September 29, 2017
Is Geography Destiny?
Zoning and other local land use regulations have increased over the last three decades, particularly in high-growth cities and metropolitan areas. More
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Forecast | September 21, 2017
Looking Ahead to 2018
The economic environment remains favorable for housing and mortgage markets. More