As recession looms, consumers see tide turning in favor of homebuyers
Fannie Mae finds 81% of Americans think the economy is on the wrong track, but the share of consumers who think it's a good time to buy ticked up in June
by Matt Carter Jul 8
Homebuyer sentiment hits new low in Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey
Affordability and supply constraints seen as limiting opportunities, particularly for younger buyers
by Matt Carter Feb 7
Knock Home Swap
Most Americans think it's a bad time to buy a home but a good time to sell, and high home prices are the culprit
by Matt Carter Oct 7
As homebuyer sentiment hits new low, some sellers also having doubts
Most Americans don't think prices will be higher in 12 months but that mortgage rates will rise, according to a new Fannie Mae survey
by Matt Carter Aug 9
Today's homebuyers are twice as anxious as buyers from 5 years ago
Homebuyer sentiment has changed significantly over the past few months, from largely positive feelings before the start of 2020 to mostly negative ones in the ensuing months
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 15
Only 50% of Americans think it's a good time to buy a home: Gallup poll
It's the lowest since Gallup began conducting homebuyer sentiment surveys in 1978
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 27
36% of homeshoppers believe the recession has already begun: Poll
A new survey by realtor.com reflects the stark contrast in homebuyer sentiment since the beginning of March with the coronavirus outbreak. Still, many homebuyers are undeterred
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 31
Homeownership goals remain strong despite volatile market
75 percent of Americans still say homeownership is part of their future plans
by Marian McPherson Jan 30
A month in review: The May housing market
NAR released its first 'Housing Minute' video as part of a monthly series
by Marian McPherson Jun 30
NAR: How are consumers feeling about buying and selling?
The fourth-quarter NAR Housing Opportunities and Market Experience survey is out
by Marian McPherson Dec 14
An American flag in front of a home

According to Trulia’s latest study, homeownership could remain low due to wavering belief in the “American Dream” of homeownership.

by Marian McPherson Dec 8
Members of Gen X and Y say they're more knowledgeable about homeownership
by Inman Oct 22
Redfin finds buyers demoralized by competition for limited inventory
by Inman Aug 29
Fannie Mae survey suggest homebuyer sentiment at a plateau
by Inman Jun 7
2% of respondents say they plan to buy a home within 1 year
by Inman Nov 8