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The U.S. is still short millions of homes — and builders can’t close the gap

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Efforts to loosen building regulations have gained steam, but housing supply is still falling short thanks in part to challenges related to financing. Continue reading →

‘Intangibles’ drive agent success this spring: Redfin economist

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Artificial intelligence, political upheavals and labor market volatility are all weighing on consumers this spring. Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather explains how agents can help. Continue reading →

Good news, bad news in this month’s numbers: Jeff Tucker

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In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at jobs, interest rates and more numbers to know right now. Continue reading →

Good news, bad news in this month’s numbers: Jeff Tucker

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In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at jobs, interest rates and more numbers to know right now. Continue reading →

Trump’s mortgage bond promise already bringing rates down

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Although $200 billion sounds like a lot of money, the impact and longevity of Fannie and Freddie’s bond purchases on mortgage rates won’t be as big as the Federal Reserve’s. Continue reading →

Homebuyer demand sags as mortgage rates stay range bound

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Applications for purchase mortgages drops for a fifth consecutive week to the lowest level since October, as mortgage rates continue to hover above 6 percent. Continue reading →

Why the Federal Reserve won’t bend to ‘THE TRUMP RULE’ in 2026

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The next Fed chair may be more receptive to the president’s calls for rate cuts, but they’ll have to convince other central bank policymakers to give up their independence. Continue reading →

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are quietly stockpiling mortgages

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Monthly purchases of $13 billion in mortgages and MBS may be taking pressure off mortgage rates — and setting the stage for a more attractive public offering. Continue reading →

Fed cuts rates for 3rd time in 2025, but might cut just once next year

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The 9-3 split vote reflects differing views on whether the central bank’s biggest worry is inflation or rising unemployment, with data lagging after the government shutdown. Continue reading →

Homebuyers came out in force last week, and rates are trending down

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Applications for purchase mortgages hit a seasonally adjusted 2025 high last week, with FHA, VA, and USDA applications for less pricey homes driving the surge. Continue reading →