The U.S. annual rent growth rate in April was the slowest since the end of 2017.
Residential rent growth slows dramatically
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Economic Trends in California Real Estate
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Here in California, reliable access to housing has long been an issue as rental and homeowner inventory have failed to keep up with demand from our rising population.
The votes are in: Housing market slated for a late recovery
Readers weigh in on when they expect recovery from the 2020 recession to begin.
Remote working shifts homebuyer preferences
As Californians continue to social distance due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many have shifted from their traditional office jobs to working remotely.
POLL: Will demand for high-density multifamily buildings and condo units drop as a result of COVID-19?
This poll will close on June 8, 2020.
Today’s low interest rates aren’t enough to boost inventory, home sales volume; Monthly Statistical Update (June 2020)
30-year fixed rate mortgage (FRM) rates hit historic low; For-sale inventory drops; Home sales volume set to fall
The W-shaped recession ahead
Prepare for a bumpy road ahead.
The Fed’s purchase of mortgage-backed securities has a big downside for lenders
This spring’s high level of margin calls on top of rapidly rising forbearance rates have put the mortgage industry in a dangerous position.
Sellers pull listings across California’s major metros
Twice as many homes were removed from the market this spring compared to last year.