...house-buying power, which reduces affordability. “The good news is that, even in the unlikely case that mortgage rates rise faster than expected, our housing market is well positioned to adapt,”...

...and a bright spot in the state’s economy, accounting for about 30 percent of its domestic product.” The Irondale neighborhood is a major affordability boon to the region, Trulia reported....

...listings on the market and its adverse effect on affordability are squeezing buyers and suppressing overall activity.” As we get closer to the homebuying season, experts are keeping a close...

...rates, affordability is not a concern. “Affordability measures published by the National Association of Realtors show that a family with a median income could comfortably afford a mortgage for a...

...and resale homes. Double-digit employment growth for higher-income segments ($120K–$200K) helps offset some of the affordability issues. The city remains a draw for its growing biotech sector, San Diego’s diverse...

...early 2018. However, even as seasonal inventory gains helped boost sales last month, home prices–especially in the West–shot up considerably. Affordability continues to be a pressing issue because new and...

...much of the negative price impacts,” he said. “The labor market is strong, and wages are increasing. Affordability remains a concern, especially for entry-level homebuyers in today's low-inventory conditions, but...

...Albany, 30 percent. Atlanta also posted a 33 percent decline in inventory. As availability and affordability continue to constrain the market, interest in buying a home is humming along nicely....

...wrapped in a riddle around the whole inventory problem and the affordability problem. There does not seem to be an easy solution there. The inventory that boomers occupy, if their...

...for employers seeking to lure young urbanites,” said Zillow Senior Economist Aaron Terrazas. In addition to affordability, experts cited land availability, talent, and business-friendly tax codes as a few reasons...