More Listings, Fewer Closings: Is a Market Shift Underway?

First-time buyers show signs of re-emerging as inventory climbs, but high prices and cautious sentiment keep sales subdued.

Sales of existing homes slowed last month,…

America’s Housing Affordability Gap Persists

Households Earning $75,000 Annually Can Afford Less Than a Quarter of For-Sale Home Listings

Key Highlights

• The U.S. housing market still needs 367,000 more…

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, May 1, 2025

Economists' Outlook
Housing stats and analysis from NAR's research experts.

Facts: The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac decreased to…

Infographics: Home Buyers & Sellers Generational Trends

Using home buyer data from the annual Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, this infographic shows a distinguishing characteristic of each generation of home buyers.

From TikTok to Title: Gen Z’s Approach to Home Buying

Starter homes? Gen Z is thinking longer-term. Today’s young consumers come with their own values, habits and tech mindsets. Learn how to build trust with…

The Stat That Matters: March 2025

Each month, SWMLS Director Michelle Smith will provide her insight on specific data from the Green Sheet.