As housing affordability challenges continue across the U.S., builders and lenders are exploring new ways to reduce construction costs and speed up development. One of the most talked-about innovations in recent years has been 3D-printed housing. Now, the financing side of the industry may finally... more
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Mortgage rates have climbed to their highest level in more than a month. However, many buyers are no longer reacting the way they once did. Instead of stepping back, more homebuyers are still entering the market. This may show that consumers are adjusting to higher borrowing costs. Recent mortgage... more
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The U.S. Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, a leadership change that could influence interest rates, borrowing costs, and the broader housing market in the years ahead. Warsh will officially replace Jerome Powell when Powell’s term ends in May. His... more
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Artificial intelligence is no longer influencing only the technology sector. It is also reshaping the housing market across the San Francisco Bay Area. As AI companies expand and high-paying tech jobs increase, luxury home prices in some of the region’s wealthiest neighborhoods are rising faster... more
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Los Angeles rent prices are starting to ease, offering modest relief after years of sharp increases. Even so, affordability remains a major challenge for many households across the region. New data shows the median asking rent fell to about $2,682 in the first quarter of 2026. That represents a... more
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A new housing proposal in California could expand access to homeownership for middle-income buyers while encouraging the construction of new homes across the state. The Middle-Class Homeownership Act has officially qualified for the statewide ballot, where voters will decide whether to approve a... more
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Mortgage activity showed signs of slowing again last week, as economic uncertainty continues to weigh on homebuyers and homeowners alike. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, total mortgage application volume declined slightly compared to the previous week, even as interest rates edged... more
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California’s housing shortage has reached a point where traditional building methods alone may not be enough to keep up with demand. As the gap between available homes and the number of people who need them continues to widen, lawmakers and developers are exploring faster and more cost-effective... more
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