Consumers reflect shifting market: Here's what you should know
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into how consumers feel about the market based on Fannie Mae's latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index survey. The incremental shifts across the results indicate that consumers are feeling the market cool
by Matthew Gardner Sep 29
Despite higher inventory levels, market is still 'remarkably tight'
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into recent housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Aug 31
Phoenix sees biggest housing shortage, NYC biggest surplus
A new report shows that cities in the South and West don't have enough housing, while expensive metros might have too much
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 12
Why home prices aren't actually as high as they appear
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives deeper into the topics of inflation and home values, explaining why, contrary to popular opinion, inflation-adjusted house prices really haven’t skyrocketed
by Matthew Gardner Jun 29
A national home value downturn isn't in our future. Here's why
Opinion
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives deeper into the timeline of events that led to the 2007 crash, comparing then and now. Here's why he speculates there's no real reason to expect a widespread, systematic decline in home prices in the foreseeable future
by Matthew Gardner May 26
In today's market, does down payment assistance really help?
Opinion
What we really need is more housing — especially affordable housing. Prices are still going up, and soon, there won’t be any houses priced low enough to be affordable for people who are within the income limits that qualify them for financial help
by Teresa Boardman May 20
Hybrid work, shifts to affordable cities likely to be long-term trends
As many as 60% of companies may consider a mix of remote and in-office work, which would have major implications for the housing market, panelists said during a session of the Urban Land Institute's virtual Spring Meeting conference
by Jim Dalrymple II May 10
Beyond the headlines: Demand continues to exceed supply
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into recent housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Apr 27
Real (Estate) Talk: How one city is leading the charge to repair the past
Opinion
In the first of its kind, Evanston, Illinois, has created a reparations program that seeks to begin the process of redressing harm from the housing industry. Let's talk about reparations and Evanston's groundbreaking initiative
by Lee Davenport Mar 31
Beyond the headlines: What to expect with rising mortgage rates
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into recent housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Mar 30
Frontline workers are at greatest risk of housing shortage
A new study from the Urban Land Institute shows that middle-income households of frontline workers are being impacted most significantly by exacerbated housing shortages as a result of the pandemic
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 16
Beyond the headlines: Sales rise as inventory further wanes
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into February's housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Feb 23
Beyond the headlines: How will pandemic-driven demand impact sales?
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into January's housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare
by Matthew Gardner Jan 26
6 meaningful ways agents can support the Black community
Real estate agents are also often community leaders — which gives them the opportunity to help break racial injustice and support Black communities. Here, NAREB's president weighs in on what you can do to make a difference
by Donnell Williams Jan 18
Stay above the fray: 3 ways to raise the bar in real estate
Opinion
To help consumers, you must first be a good neighbor
by Rachael Hite Jan 13