Demographics International Buyers Are Flooding the US Real Estate Market—Here’s Where They’re Settling Affluent international buyers are accelerating their home searches across some of the nation's most popular metros
Market Data + Trends Despite an Uptick During the Pandemic, Residential Mobility Rates Are Declining Fewer Americans are relocating post-pandemic, but those opting to move are leaving major cities and heading to rural and suburban markets
Construction How Much of a Home's Sales Price Consists of Construction Costs? Construction costs accounted for more than half of a home's total sales price in 2022
Housing Markets Home Sellers Still Have the Upper Hand in These U.S. Metros Home prices are falling and inventory is stalling across much of the U.S., but these affordable metros are still home to red-hot sellers' markets
Housing Markets Which States Are Home to the Most Valuable Housing Markets? The total market value of residential real estate rose nationwide in 2022, and these states saw the biggest increases
Design Best Practices American Institute of Architects Recognizes Innovative Design in Its 2023 Housing Awards The 2023 award winners showcase innovative, impactful design solutions in eight housing categories
Energy Efficiency Meet the Zero Energy Ready Home Program Version 2 The latest version of the ZERH program aims to push home energy efficiency and performance to the next level
Labor + Trade Relations Construction Job Openings Fell 50% From December to January A 50% decline in construction job openings has the industry's leading economists scratching their heads. Here's what may be driving the sudden slowdown
Housing Markets Luxury Home Sales Are Plummeting in These Pricey Metros Sales of luxury homes are falling nationwide amid persistent affordability challenges, and these metros are seeing the most substantial slowdowns
Affordability Will Rising Mortgage Rates Undermine a Market Recovery Ahead of the Spring Buying Season? Dwindling supply and rising borrowing costs are backing prospective buyers into a corner just as the spring market heats up