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U.S. Home Sales Continue Slump in April Despite Growing Inventory
According to new data released by the National Association of Realtors, existing-home sales dipped again in April 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges in the U.S. housing market despite growing inventory and continued buyer interest.
Spring Home Sales Sputter in U.S. as High Costs Weigh on Buyers
Sales of existing U.S. homes dropped to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.2 million in April 2025, hitting their lowest level since October 2024, according to new data released by Redfin. The figure marks a 0.2% decline from March 2025, and a 1.1% drop year-over-year--breaking a seven-month streak of annual gains.
Architecture Industry Sees Mixed Signals as 2025 Approaches
While the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) dipped slightly below 50 in November 2024, the score hovered near the threshold, reflecting an almost equal split between firms reporting increases and decreases in billings.
More Americans Opting for Renting Over Homeownership in 2024
According to new research by CBRE, the rising cost of homeownership is prompting more Americans to opt for renting. On average, monthly mortgage payments for new homes are currently 35% higher than apartment rents, creating a significant affordability gap.
