Forecast
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Forecast | Mar 22, 2019
Mortgage Market Expected to Hold Steady
Mortgage interest rates have been steadily declining since the start of 2019. These lower mortgage interest rates combined with a strong labor market should attract prospective homebuyers this spring and could help the housing sector regain its momentum later in the year. More
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Forecast | Feb 28, 2019
Mortgage Market Expected to See Modest Growth in 2019
After peaking last fall, mortgage interest rates have fallen at the start of 2019. As of the week of February 14, 2019, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate was down from a year ago. The decline in mortgage interest rates could provide some welcome relief to a housing market that is looking to regain momentum. More
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Forecast | Jan 29, 2019
Mortgage Market Stays the Course
After softening for much of 2018, the housing market remains stable after a boost from lower mortgage rates and slowing home price growth. More
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Multifamily Outlook | Jan 14, 2019
Multifamily 2019 Outlook
In our research, we find that performance in the multifamily market remained healthy during 2018, despite high levels of new supply entering the market. We expect this trend to continue into 2019, but with more modest growth in comparison to recent year. More
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Forecast | Nov 27, 2018
Expect Modest Housing Market Growth
in 2019As the year-end approaches, we look ahead to 2019 and what are likely to be the dominant economic trends in the new year. More
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Forecast | Oct 29, 2018
Economic Growth Slows in Third Quarter
Rising rates coupled with increasing home prices have discouraged homebuying activity during the third quarter of 2018. More
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