Fannie Mae economist warns that, while mortgage rates have retreated, the primary drivers of housing pessimism are persistent affordability challenges and worries about household finances
Most consumers continue to report that it’s a good time to sell a home — but a bad time to buy — and they frequently cite high prices and a lack of supply as their primary rationale
Fannie Mae’s Home Price Sentiment Index increased by 5.2 points from February to 81.7 in March. Year over year, the index is up 0.9 points
The PHSI dropped to 99.0 in December, thanks to a decline in consumer confidence
Worries about the ability to save for a down payment or qualify for a mortgage are keeping would-be buyers and renters on the sidelines
Uncertainty about the effects of tax reform lower Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index by 2.0 points
The key to true recovery is more inventory
Behavioral finance scientist explains why analyst reports sometimes conflict with each other
Don't panic, but keep an eye on consumer confidence, job creation, Fed tapering, overregulation
NAR economist hints at buying frenzy as 'prices are down substantially' in coastal, ski areas
Survey: Most believe home prices will return to bubble-era highs
Why desperate homeowners could find relief this year
Commentary: Don't expect miracle fix after presidential election
10 of 156 metro areas saw annual appreciation in October