While shelter costs are up from last year, according the consumer price index, other data shows rents have been falling in some metro areas.
The data shows rising shelter costs, but industry experts say current market conditions tell a different story.
The cost of housing is a big issue in the U.K. general election. Are people actually hopeful that politicians’ pledges could improve things?
Both the buyer and the seller have unrealistic expectations right now, while prices and mortgage rates are high.
As some CPI data lags, economists consider new rental data to better understand where housing costs are now.
Many Houston residents spend well over 30% of their income on shelter. On top of that, transportation costs are a growing burden on commuters.
Some homeowners are filling their walls with eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic insulation — but that can be costly.
Skyrocketing housing costs are driving out the local labor force, leaving all kinds of businesses in the small town short-staffed.
It’s a trend that’s been spurred on by the pandemic.
Despite Federal Reserve action, inflation may persist for homes, but gasoline and food prices may respond more quickly.
