Economic and Housing Research
Original research and analysis on housing trends, the economy and the mortgage market
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Outlook | July 19, 2024
Economic, Housing and Mortgage Market Outlook – July 2024 | Spotlight: Consumer Delinquencies
Economic growth for Q1 2024 slows to the lowest level since Q2 2022 while the labor market also shows signs of cooling. More
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Outlook | June 20, 2024
Economic, Housing and Mortgage Market Outlook – June 2024 | Spotlight: AANHPI Homeownership Gap
Even though economic growth tempered in the first quarter of the year, it remains in line with historical averages. More
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Outlook | May 16, 2024
Economic, Housing and Mortgage Market Outlook – May 2024 | Spotlight: Rate Dispersion by Generation
Mortgage rates rose above 7% in April and these higher rates slowed the housing market with declines in home sales and new construction. More
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Spotlight | April 18, 2024
The 2024 Spring Homebuying Season: An Early Preview Using Mortgage Application Data
A preview of spring homebuying season shows a healthy recovery and first-time homebuyers carrying demand, making up almost 6 out of 10 purchase applications. More
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Outlook | April 18, 2024
Economic, Housing and Mortgage Market Outlook – April 2024
Housing demand is on the rebound, but with mortgage rates still averaging 6.8%, many prospective homebuyers continue to be priced out of the market. More
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Spotlight | March 20, 2024
The Cost of Homeowners’ Insurance
Homeowners’ insurance costs are growing but are a small fraction compared to the mortgage principal and interest payments. More