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Millennial Generation Faces Economic Divide in Housing Market

Millennial Generation Faces Economic Divide in Housing Market

Millennial Generation Faces Economic Divide in Housing Market
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U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Amid High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Amid High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Amid High Mortgage Rates
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U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Despite High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Despite High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase by 1.6% in June Despite High Mortgage Rates
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Rising HOA Dues Squeeze Northeast Florida Homeowners

Rising HOA Dues Squeeze Northeast Florida Homeowners

Homeowners association (HOA) dues are rising across the U.S., with Northeast Florida residents feeling the financial impact. According to national research, 43.6% of U.S. listings were subject to an HOA fee in 2025, with a median monthly fee of $135. In Northeast Florida, HOA fees vary widely, with some areas experiencing significant increases. For example, in St. Johns County, HOA dues are common in master-planned communities, while Duval County shows a mix of moderate and high fees. The rising costs are attributed to factors such as increased insurance and maintenance expenses, as well as the growth of amenity-rich developments.
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New Home Sales Rise in June Amidst High Mortgage Rates

New Home Sales Rise in June Amidst High Mortgage Rates

New Home Sales Rise in June Amidst High Mortgage Rates
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Homebuilders Face Challenges in Increasing Housing Supply Amid Economic Constraints

Homebuilders Face Challenges in Increasing Housing Supply Amid Economic Constraints

Homebuilders Face Challenges in Increasing Housing Supply Amid Economic Constraints
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U.S. New Home Sales Increase Amid High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase Amid High Mortgage Rates

U.S. New Home Sales Increase Amid High Mortgage Rates
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US new home sales pick up in June, but affordability challenges remain

US new home sales pick up in June, but affordability challenges remain

By Dan Burns July 24 (Reuters) - Sales of new U.S. single-family homes snapped a two-month skid in June, but higher mortgage rates and affordability challenges restrained the rebound and continue to sideline potential buyers from the housing market.
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Federal Reserve Study Reveals Lower Actual Homeownership Rates in the U.S.

Federal Reserve Study Reveals Lower Actual Homeownership Rates in the U.S.

A new study by the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis has introduced a measure called the homeowners-to-population ratio (HPOP), which reveals that only about 53% of U.S. adults actually own homes. This is significantly lower than the traditional homeownership rate of 65% reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, which measures the share of occupied homes where the owner lives. The HPOP provides a clearer picture by distinguishing between homes occupied by their owners and the share of adults who own property. The study highlights that many adults live in owner-occupied homes without owning the property themselves, such as adult children living with parents or people living with roommates who own the property.
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Zillow Identifies Empty Lots as Key to Reducing U.S. Housing Shortage

Zillow Identifies Empty Lots as Key to Reducing U.S. Housing Shortage

Zillow has identified over 300,000 empty lots for sale in the U.S. that could help alleviate the national housing shortage. These lots, each five acres or fewer, represent 17.4% of all for-sale listings. Building homes on these lots could reduce the housing deficit from 4.7 million to 4.44 million homes, a 6.3% decrease. The typical lot is 0.57 acres with a median price of $79,000. Zillow suggests that loosening zoning rules and expanding access to financing could further reduce construction costs and uncertainty, potentially increasing housing availability.
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Federal Reserve Research Reveals Lower U.S. Homeownership Rates Than Previously Believed

Federal Reserve Research Reveals Lower U.S. Homeownership Rates Than Previously Believed

New research from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis indicates that only about 53% of U.S. adults own homes, a figure significantly lower than the traditionally cited 65% homeownership rate. This discrepancy arises from the different methodologies used to calculate homeownership. The U.S. Census Bureau's traditional measure considers the share of occupied homes where the owner lives, which can include households where not all adults are homeowners. The new measure, called the homeowners-to-population ratio (HPOP), calculates the share of adults who own a home, providing a more accurate picture. The research highlights that approximately 14% of U.S. adults live in owner-occupied homes without owning the property themselves, such as adult children living with parents or individuals living with roommates who own the property.
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Pending Home Sales Drop to Three-Month Low Amid Rising Mortgage Rates

Pending Home Sales Drop to Three-Month Low Amid Rising Mortgage Rates

Pending Home Sales Drop to Three-Month Low Amid Rising Mortgage Rates