Housing and Economic Research
Original research and analysis on housing trends, the economy and the mortgage market
Housing Demand Holding Steady Amidst Rising Mortgage and Home Prices
Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew at an annualized rate of 2.3 percent in the first quarter of 2018, down from 2.9 percent in the fourth quarter of 2017.
Read MoreHousing Demand Holding Steady Amidst Rising Mortgage and Home Prices
-
Outlook | Apr 23, 2018
Nothing Draws a Crowd Like a Crowd: The Outlook for Home Sales
The U.S. economy posted strong growth with fourth quarter 2017 Real Gross Domestic Product (real GDP) growth revised upwards to 2.9 percent. More
-
Insight | Apr 17, 2018
Why Are Consumers Leaving Money On The Table?
One call could save you $1,500. More
-
Insight | Apr 11, 2018
How Big a Difference Do Restricted Rents Make?
Multifamily explores how the rapid rise in rents over the past several years has hit lower-income renters hard. More
-
Consumer Research | Apr 4, 2018
New Research Finds Increasing Preference for Renting
New research by Freddie Mac reveals that despite growing economic confidence among renters, affordability remains dominant in driving renter behavior. More
-
Outlook | Mar 22, 2018
Home Price Appreciation: Winners and Losers
U.S. economic fundamentals remain robust. Nonfarm payrolls increased 313,000 month-over-month in the latest employment report, more than 80,000... More
Opinions, estimates, forecasts and other views contained in this document are those of Freddie Mac's Economic & Housing Research group, do not necessarily represent the views of Freddie Mac or its management, should not be construed as indicating Freddie Mac's business prospects or expected results, and are subject to change without notice. Although the Economic & Housing Research group attempts to provide reliable, useful information, it does not guarantee that the information is accurate, current or suitable for any particular purpose. The information is therefore provided on an “as is” basis, with no warranties of any kind whatsoever. Information from this document may be used with proper attribution. Alteration of this document is strictly prohibited. ©2018 by Freddie Mac.