Tag: Economy
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Investors Take Note: Pittsburgh & Detroit Are the Last Two Cities Where Buying Beats Renting—For Now
For real estate investors and developers, market timing is everything. The latest Realtor.com® January 2025 Rental Report reveals a rare opportunity: Pittsburgh and Detroit are the only two major U.S. metros where buying is still cheaper than renting—but this window is closing fast. With home prices rising and mortgage rates fluctuating, investors who act now…
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The Hottest Housing Markets for Investors in 2025: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas
While some segments of the U.S. housing market are still feeling the impact of high mortgage rates and sluggish inventory, four key cities in the South and West are defying the trend. Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas are experiencing strong demand, rising home prices, and sustained migration, making them prime targets for real estate investors…
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Housing Sentiment Improves, but Affordability Concerns Persist: What Developers and Investors Need to Know
Despite ongoing affordability challenges, consumer sentiment toward the housing market saw a modest uptick in January, according to Fannie Mae’s latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI). The index rose 0.3 points to 73.4, reflecting increased optimism about homebuying and home-selling conditions, as well as expectations of rising home prices over the next 12 months. However,…
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Tariffs and the Markets: Navigating Volatility with a Steady Hand
The financial markets are like a grand symphony, where every note—from corporate earnings announcements to economic indicators and the unpredictable drumbeats of geopolitical events—plays a crucial role in the overall melody. Among these influences, tariffs often strike a discordant chord, sending ripples of uncertainty through the markets and prompting investors to rethink their strategies. While…
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Luxury Migration Shifts: Wealthy New Yorkers Are Returning to NYC, Reversing the Palm Beach Boom
For the past several years, wealthy New Yorkers have fueled an unprecedented real estate boom in Palm Beach, FL, driving home prices to record highs as part of a “supercharged southern migration.” But now, the trend that reshaped South Florida’s luxury housing market is showing early signs of reversal—as affluent buyers begin returning to New…
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Trump Paused Tariffs, but Homebuilders Still Face Long-Term Risks
The homebuilding industry, already grappling with rising costs and labor shortages, has been keeping a close watch on President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Homebuilders rely heavily on materials imported from Canada, Mexico, and China—three countries that have been at the center of Trump’s tariff plans. Additionally, the president’s promise of mass deportations raises concerns about…
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January Rent Growth Shows Signs of Stabilization, Yet Remains Below Historical Averages
After experiencing several months of seasonal declines, the apartment rental market witnessed a modest increase in January 2025, indicating potential stabilization. However, this growth continues to lag behind long-term historical trends. By the Numbers: RealPage reports that market-rate apartment rents rose by 0.16% in January 2025, which is slightly below the historical January average of…
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Trump’s Tariff Pause: What It Means for Real Estate Developers and Investors
A Temporary Reprieve for Builders Amid Ongoing Housing Challenges In a move that has temporarily eased fears within the real estate and construction industries, former President Donald Trump has paused his proposed steep tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Initially set to take effect this week, these tariffs—25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10%…
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How Tariffs Will Make Everything More Expensive—From Homebuilding to Your Everyday Shopping
Over the weekend, former President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China—a decision that will have a major ripple effect on the economy, real estate development, and even the cost of everyday items. For those of us not in real estate or construction, tariffs might seem like an abstract economic…
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Why the Wealthiest Homeowners Make the Perfect Market for Build-to-Rent Townhomes
The real estate market is shifting, and one of the most compelling opportunities emerging for developers and investors is the Build-to-Rent (BTR) townhome sector—particularly in markets where homeowners have the highest equity. The latest 2024 U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report by ATTOM highlights a critical trend: homeowners in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine,…
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