Browsing: Residential

The Trump administration’s latest move to rescind $20 billion in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) climate financing has sparked alarm among housing advocates and environmental groups, who warn that the cuts could derail efforts to build tens of thousands of affordable and energy-efficient homes across the United States. The proposed rollback targets funds previously allocated under...

In the first quarter of 2025, Seattle’s housing market has experienced a notable shift, with home sellers offering increased buyer incentives to attract potential buyers. According to a recent report by Redfin, 71.3% of sellers in the Seattle metro area provided concessions to buyers, marking a significant increase from 36.4% the previous year. This trend...

Eviction rates across the United States remain elevated in 2025, continuing a troubling trend that has been exacerbated by rising housing costs and the expiration of pandemic-era relief programs. According to recent data, eviction filings have surged in many cities as tenants struggle to keep up with escalating rent prices, limited affordable housing options, and...

The Capital Region of New York is grappling with a competitive and increasingly unaffordable housing market. A combination of limited inventory, rising prices, and reluctance from homeowners to sell due to high mortgage rates is making it increasingly difficult for prospective buyers to find affordable homes. Particularly in the $250,000 to $400,000 price range, which...

As 2025 unfolds, rent prices in major U.S. cities have surged to new heights, causing concern among renters and potential homebuyers alike. From San Francisco to New York City, housing markets are seeing some of the steepest increases in rental costs in recent years. This surge is being driven by a combination of factors, including...

In a major move for renters’ rights, California has passed a new statewide rent control law aimed at providing stronger protections for tenants. The law, which went into effect in early 2025, limits how much landlords can increase rent for residential properties, aiming to prevent displacement in high-demand areas and ensure housing remains affordable for...

A new report from the Real Estate Financial Institute reveals a significant rise in the adoption of “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) programs in the real estate market, offering buyers a more flexible approach to home financing. As home prices remain high and competition in the housing market intensifies, mortgage lenders, real estate agents, homebuyers,...

Remote work continues to significantly influence the growth of suburban housing markets, as more professionals seek larger homes and more space away from crowded urban centers. According to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), this shift is being driven by a combination of remote workers, suburban homebuilders, real estate agents, and...

A recent study from the National Green Building Standard highlights a growing trend towards eco-friendly residential communities, as sustainability becomes an increasingly important priority for homebuyers. The shift towards greener, more sustainable living is being driven by environmentally conscious homebuyers, developers, architects, and municipalities, all of whom are focused on building homes and communities that...

The demand for modular homes is rapidly increasing as a solution to the ongoing affordable housing crisis. According to a recent report from the Modular Home Builders Association, these innovative homes are gaining popularity among homebuilders, developers, municipalities, and prospective homebuyers as an efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional construction methods. With affordable housing becoming...