Despite a gradual slowdown in annual rent growth, concerns about affordability remain nationwide as the median asking rent in the 50 largest metros analyzed increased, while Realtor.com's March 2023 Rental Report revealed a tight labor market could keep rent prices high.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced a revised version of its Methodology for Determining Average Prime Offer Rates, used to measure and determine average rates for purposes of federal mortgage rules.

According to Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research Group, experts project the gradual tightening in credit conditions due to recent bank turmoil will contribute to a modest recession beginning in the second half of 2023. Click here to learn more.

As the spring season brings out more renters looking for apartments, a new report from RentCafe revealed that Atlanta leads as the most in-demand city, while popular metros like Denver and Manhattan are close behind.

"Compared to last year, there's a lot to like about this housing market, including lower prices and less competition for available listings," said Nick Bailey, RE/MAX President and CEO. "Although it would be good to see more new listings coming onto the market, the current conditions offer potential for home buyers and sellers alike."

Single-family rent price growth dropped 5% in February, according to a new CoreLogic report, with new data showing that many renters are seeking more affordable areas.

According to a new report from the National Association of Realtors, home sales declined an overall 22% from a year ago, while the inventory of unsold existing homes rose 1% from February.

According to a new report from Redfin, home prices fell 3.3% in March, while pending home sales also dropped to their lowest level since the start of the pandemic.

According to a new report from First American, the Potential Home Sales Model for March revealed it is unlikely that the recent banking crisis will materially impact residential mortgage availability.

While mortgage rates and supply constraints persist, the significant lack of housing supply remains supportive of home prices, as prices inched up 1% in Q1 2023.