Women in Construction Increasing the Number of Women in Construction Could Help Alleviate Labor Shortages States such as Texas, California, and Florida are hiring more female construction workers
Housing Markets 10 US Metros Embracing YIMBY Housing Policies Current zoning regulations are adding to the U.S. housing shortage, but cities such as Washington, D.C., and Chicago want to change that
Affordability Hidden Expenses Are Adding to the Housing Affordability Crisis States such as Hawaii and California lead the way with annual hidden-expense costs just below $30,000
Market Data + Trends US Homeowner Equity Is on the Rise as Home Values Increase National home prices are expected to rise 3.7% by March 2025
Market Data + Trends Homebuying Sentiment Hits Record Low Only 14% of prospective buyers believe it’s a good time to purchase a home
Market Data + Trends The Average Price per Square Foot of a Home in the US Continues to Grow From 2019 to 2024, the average price per square foot grew more than 50%, with some metros seeing even higher increases
Market Data + Trends Some States See Jump in Active Home Listings Sun Belt states are seeing increased housing inventory compared with the Midwest and Northeast
Demographics Gen Z Ranks Housing Affordability as Biggest Concern Ahead of 2024 Presidential Election While the issue is most important to young voters, 80% of Americans rank housing affordability as a top priority when considering who will have their vote
Construction These Are the Best Opportunities for Workers Wanting to Get Into the Construction Industry Maintenance and repair workers are the most in demand currently, with 55,579 active job opportunities available in the US
Housing Markets 5 US Housing Markets Experiencing Rapid Growth The fastest growing cities have two things in common: housing supply and affordability
