Tag Archives: Doug Duncan

Despite the rising cost of building materials and poor February weather, housing starts took off in March reaching new 15-year highs.

With the economy on the upswing and vaccinations becoming more readily available, the housing market is trending in a positive direction, stunted only by concern over rates on a steady rise.

February saw a down market in terms of housing starts, but at an average of 1.42 million, remained considerably above the pre-COVID average.

Fannie Mae’s latest commentary finds that despite a rise in rates, housing growth will remain level, as the warmer spring weather brings with it growth in the economy.

Fannie Mae latest analysis of Q1 2021 data finds lenders are increasingly pessimistic about their profit margins quarter-over-quarter.

Fannie Mae’s latest survey finds that positive trends in employment is bright spot as spring homebuying season nears.

Fannie Mae reports that unfavorable economic conditions continue to fuel increased pessimism among homebuyers.

Lenders across the board are reporting improving profit margins. Find out what's been pushing these improvements.

A new report shows the latest numbers in new jobs. Click through to read the latest insights from expert economists.

Here’s what the latest economy and housing market forecast by Fannie Mae projected about home sales and the broader economy.