Homebuilders

Uncertainty over the economy, the pandemic and politics are keeping existing owners from listing their homes.

Home construction starts increased in July by more than forecast and applications to build surged by the most in three decades, indicating builders are responding to robust housing demand fueled by record-low interest rates.

U.S. homebuilders are riding a wave of optimism as record-low mortgage rates drive demand for new homes.

Both refinancings and purchases will be stronger than what Fannie Mae had previously forecast.

After a floundering start to the summer home-buying season, record-low mortgage rates helped make July one of the best in several years for homebuilders in the Twin Cities metro.

Southern California homebuilders slashed construction plans as coronavirus hammered the economy.

Having more houses on the market than in June 2019 had the metro area out of step with the nation as a whole, the Oklahoma City Realtors said.

New-home sales in the U.S. increased to an almost 13-year high in June, fueled by record-low borrowing costs and adding to evidence that residential real estate is a bright spot for the economy.

Home construction starts rose 17% in June, with builders ramping up production as lockdowns eased.

Homebuilder outlook improved in July and is back at pre-pandemic levels as the housing market continued to lure buyers looking for more space and attracted by record-low interest rates.