Economic Outlook: Recession may be what drives rates down in 2024
Does the rapid slowdown in the economy mean a recession is now inevitable in the new year, or is a 'soft landing' still possible? Economists are divided on the nation's economic outlook for 2024
by Matt Carter Jan 8
How changes to CPI may provide better rent inflation insights
Investment expert and team leader Jen Berbas looks at how changes to the Consumer Price Index's rent measure offer insight into the direction of consumer housing costs
by Jen Berbas Dec 7
Affordability, inventory, rates: An economist's 2024 housing outlook
Opinion
Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner offers his 2024 forecast for interest rates, home values and the potential for a housing market recovery
by Matthew Gardner Dec 5
An economist's take on what can be done about housing affordability
Opinion
The massive price growth many of us have benefitted from in the past several years has put a 'starter home' out of reach for many Americans
by Matthew Gardner Jun 30
What the early census numbers say about moving patterns
Opinion
There's a widespread belief that Americans have all packed up and moved because of the pandemic. However, the data that's coming in so far tells a different story
by Matthew Gardner May 26
How inflation actually supports buyer demand: Matthew Gardner
Opinion
Other than when home prices crashed with the bursting of the housing bubble, for more than 50 years, home price growth has outpaced inflation. This means we are offsetting high consumer prices because home values are increasing at an even faster rate
by Matthew Gardner May 5
Blockchain and crypto: What buyers and sellers need to know
Opinion
Although still in its infancy, blockchain and crypto continue to evolve, garnering significant interest from individuals and large corporations alike. Windermere economist Matthew Gardner shares insights to help you, and your clients, understand the potential
by Matthew Gardner Apr 7
Why the housing market won't burn quite as hot in 2022
The housing market will cool slightly in 2022, but will scorch as a multitude of buyers chase too few homes, according to economic experts who spoke with Inman
by Andrea V. Brambila Dec 30
Economists predict GDP growth, mortgage rate increases in 2021
More stimulus is needed to prevent the economy from hitting another 'soft-spot,' according to economists who spoke at annual summit hosted by the National Association of Realtors
by Patrick Kearns Dec 10
Is the 'Trump Tantrum' mortgage rate spike driving buyer urgency?
Dispatches from agents report stalled deals moving forward and clients coming off the fence
by Caroline Feeney Nov 18
Real estate forecast: The market today through 2018
A comprehensive survey from the Urban Land Institute gives us a detailed perspective
by Caroline Feeney Apr 7
Is the Los Angeles housing market headed for a bubble?
The metro looks to be on the safe side for potential future bubble
by Inman Dec 11
Is the Houston housing market headed for a bubble?
The metro looks to be on the safe side for potential future bubble
by Inman Dec 11
Is the Chicago housing market headed for a bubble?
The metro looks to be on the safe side for potential future bubble
by Inman Dec 11
Is the DC housing market headed for a bubble?
The metro looks to be on the safe side for potential future bubble
by Inman Dec 11