Housing Market Trends

From the First American Economic Center

The First American Economic Center has you covered with in-depth analysis and expert insights on the latest data and trends in the industry.

Market Potential Caught in the Crosswinds of Surging Demand and Tightening Inventory

By Mark Fleming on May 23, 2017
First American’s proprietary Potential Home Sales model looks at April 2017 data and includes analysis from First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming on how the real estate market is performing versus its potential. Read More

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Market Potential Remains Flat, But Is Tight Inventory Relief on the Way?

By Mark Fleming on April 19, 2017
First American’s proprietary Potential Home Sales model looks at March 2017 data and includes analysis from First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming on how the market is performing versus its potential. Read More

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The $1 Trillion Question for Housing in 2017

By Mark Fleming on April 7, 2017
Last week, I helped present the results from the American Enterprise Institute (AEI)/First American National Housing Market Index, one of the most comprehensive analyses of the U.S. housing market. The results provide insight into the 2017 spring home buying market and shed light on housing’s $1 trillion question. Read More

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Rising Rates Outweigh Influence of Economic Momentum on Market Potential

By Mark Fleming on March 21, 2017
February 2017 Potential Home Sales Read More

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Market Potential Continues Slide in January as Higher Rates Reduce Supply

By Mark Fleming on February 21, 2017
First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming shares his proprietary Potential Home Sales model with analysis of housing market trends in January 2017. Read More

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Infographic - Why Did Market Potential Pull Back in December?

By FirstAm Editor on January 24, 2017
The infographic below provides some additional perspective on the market forces influencing First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming's proprietary Potential Home Sales model in December 2016. Read More

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