Policy and Industry
Policy And Industry Articles
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The Push to Build More Housing Near Transit: How This Federal Bill Could Shift Where You Live and Work
A new bipartisan bill could boost housing near transit hubs, shorten commutes, and expand affordable options. Here’s what buyers should ...
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50-Year Mortgages Could Become a Reality. Here’s What That Means for Buyers
A 50-year mortgage could make monthly payments smaller — but at a steep long-term cost. Learn what experts say about how this new loan t...
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The Housing Industry’s Take on the 50-Year Mortgage
The hint of a 50-year mortgage by President Donald Trump has spawned differing opinions and new insight into what's possible for housing...
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Zonda Expands Home Buyer Insights With Eliant Acquisition
Zonda acquires Eliant to merge TrustBuilder and Reviews into one home builder ratings platform, enhancing buyer insights on NewHomeSourc...
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New Tariffs Are About to Make Furnishing a Home Way More Expensive – Here’s What Buyers Can Do Now
New tariffs on furniture, cabinets, and vanities could raise home costs in 2026. Here’s what new buyers need to know and how to prepare.
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7 Ways to Build Smarter and Spend Less as Building Costs Rise
Worried about rising construction costs in 2025? Discover seven smart ways to build a new home for less—from choosing local materials an...
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How to Keep Your New-Construction Home Purchase on Track During a Government Shutdown
A federal shutdown could slow mortgage approvals, flood insurance, or loan processing for FHA, VA, and USDA borrowers. Learn how to prot...
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Proposed Furniture Tariffs Could Cost U.S. Consumers Up to $13B: Here’s Why
Furniture tariffs in 2025 could drive up prices on imports and U.S.-made pieces alike. See how this impacts new homebuyers and tips to b...
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3 ways the Trump Presidency May Affect New Construction in 2025
From tariffs to DOGE to labor shortages, here are three ways Trump's administration is affecting new construction in 2025.
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How Immigration Reform Could Reshape the U.S. Housing Market in 2025
Immigration reform could reshape the U.S. housing market by reducing construction labor and lowering household demand. Discover how poli...
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Here’s how U.S. Tariffs May Affect Home Prices in 2025
Higher costs for homebuilding supplies linked to ongoing trade wars are squeezing homebuyers - here’s what’s happening behind the scenes...
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What it Means for New Homebuyers if Trump Declares a National Housing Emergency
Trump’s team is weighing a national housing emergency to tackle high prices and low inventory, with possible zoning changes, lower closi...
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How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Affect Mortgage Payments for New Homeowners
The “Big Beautiful Bill” reshapes mortgage payments by capping interest deductions, making PMI tax breaks permanent, and expanding affor...
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New Tariffs Just Took Effect and Here’s what Homebuyers Need to Know
New home prices may rise in 2025 as U.S. lumber tariffs increase, especially in cities such as Miami, Tampa, Phoenix, and Atlanta. Learn...
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Save Thousands on Your 2025 Mortgage With Builder Rate Buydowns
In today’s high-rate housing market, builder-offered mortgage rate buydowns can save buyers hundreds each month. Learn how new-home ince...
