Homebuilders

New-home construction in December fell to the lowest since September 2016, as builders held back during a turbulent month for financial markets.

Continued declines in new- and existing-home construction activity during January showed the housing slowdown was not easing and indicated possible broader economic problems to come, a BuildFax report said.

Sentiment among homebuilders rose in February for a second month, exceeding all forecasts, as lower mortgage rates and a strong labor market help stabilize demand.

Taylor Morrison Home Corp. mortgage volume inched down during the fourth quarter, but is hoping a recently added rate-buydown feature could bolster future lending.

While property values continued rising in most markets, they grew at a healthier pace for homebuyers, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Homebuilders in the Twin Cities are off to a running start this year, but topping 2018 won't be easy.

The market for new homes in Houston is expected to be flat for the next couple of years amid a tight supply of lots, a local housing analyst said.

The pace of Colorado Springs-area homebuilding is off to a slow start in 2019.

Homebuilders are growing confident in 55+ communities, which could suggest more movement in the housing market at a time when homeowners continue aging in place.

Sales of new homes rebounded in November to the strongest pace in eight months as lower prices helped to attract more buyers.