Housing Equality & Policy
Policy
Americans Across Party Lines Back Policies to Improve Housing Affordability: Redfin Survey
Most Republicans and Democrats believe there should be federal policies in place to make housing more affordable, according to a recent Redfin survey. For instance,
How a 50-Year Mortgage Would Differ From a 30-Year Mortgage—and What It Would Mean for Homebuyers
A proposed 50-year mortgage could lower monthly payments, but buyers would pay far more interest over time and build equity far more slowly. The Trump
Homeowners in New York, California and Other Coastal States Could Shave Thousands Off Their Annual Tax Bill with SALT Cap Increase
The typical New York household impacted by the raised SALT cap will save $7,092 annually—the most of any state. 86% of Massachusetts homeowner households could
Two in Five American Workers are Delaying or Canceling a Major Purchase Like a Home or Car Due to Feelings About Job Security
Nine percent of American workers are canceling plans to make a major purchase, such as buying a home or car, due to their feelings about
Americans Are Torn on How Immigration, Tariffs Impact Housing Affordability
51% of surveyed homeowners and renters think less immigration could make homes more expensive, while 39% think it could make homes more affordable. 68% of
Real Estate Agent Commissions Haven’t Changed Much Since the NAR Settlement Took Effect
Buyer’s agents earned an average of 2.4% in commission in the first quarter. That’s up slightly from when the new NAR rules took effect in
Making Housing Great Again: 4 Things the Next President Needs to Do
Here’s what Clinton or Trump can do fix the housing market.
The Supreme Court Deadlock Is a Big Deal For Everyone. Here’s Why.
Immigration and housing are inextricably linked.
We're Building 6 Homes for Every 10 New Households. Where Will People Live?
The Urban Institute explains why homes can be so hard to find.
Election-Year Gloom Weighs On Homebuyers
As primary voters go to the polls today, homebuyers aren’t thrilled with their choice of presidential candidates.
Mortgage Rates: Here's Why the Fed Doesn't Really Matter
Home loans are super cheap and likely to stay that way for a while.
As Congress Debates Roads, City Data Is Making Them Safer
The Senate is set to approve $56.5 billion transportation and housing funding, but cities can’t wait.
