Housing affordability

From the Midwest to mid-Atlantic, here's a look at 12 housing markets where first-time homebuyers find the most affordability, according to NerdWallet.

If employers maintain flexible working practices after lockdowns get lifted, housing preferences and subsequent property values could greatly change.

Consumer sentiment for home buying fell to its lowest point since November 2011, according to Fannie Mae.

As the coronavirus takes a major toll on housing inventory and credit availability, pent-up buyer demand could lead to market recovery, according to Redfin.

From the crossroads of America down to the bayou, here's a look at 12 housing markets where it's the most financially prudent to buy a home rather than rent, according to First American.

We need to be doing everything possible to ensure those that needed down payment assistance are able to keep their homes during this crisis and beyond.

Consumer confidence for home buying fell to its lowest point since December 2016, according to Fannie Mae.

With the economy and job market both healthy before the COVID-19 crisis, first-time homebuyers took advantage of low mortgage rates and hit their highest volume in two decades.

Consumer sentiment for home buying stayed near its record high behind low mortgage rates and a strong job market, though the declining stock markets and COVID-19 concerns may change that soon, according to Fannie Mae.

To help the housing crunch, a growing consensus of economists believe adding homes on lots where one already exists would benefit affordability and incrementally boost supply, according to Zillow.