As reported by the National Association of Home Builders, the Housing Market Index, a measure of builder confidence, rose to a reading of 40 in September — its highest mark since June 2006.
Improving Market Index Climbs To 99
The number of U.S. housing markets showing “measurable and sustained growth” has increased by 19 this month, according to the National Association of Homebuilders’ Improving Market Index.
Homebuilder Confidence Rises To 5-Year High
For August 2012, the National Association of Homebuilders reports the monthly Housing Market Index at 37 — an increase of more than 100% from one year ago and the highest HMI value since February 2007.
Home Affordability Sinks For The First Time In 12 Months
Rising home prices are taking a toll on today’s home buyers. For the first time in 4 quarters — and despite falling mortgage rates — home affordability is sinking.
Improving Market Index Spans 32 States, District Of Columbia
80 U.S. metropolitan markets are showing “measurable and sustained growth” this month, according to the National Association of Homebuilders’ Improving Market Index.
Homebuilder Confidence Doubles In 12 Months
For the second time in three months, the National Association of Homebuilders reports that the Housing Market Index made sizable gains.
84 U.S. Markets Improving In July
84 U.S. metropolitan areas are showing “measurable and sustained growth” this month.
Building Confidence Rises To 5-Year High
Home builders expect a strong second-half in the 2012 housing market.
31 States Represented In June’s Improving Market Index
The number of U.S. housing markets showing “measurable and sustained growth” slipped by 20, according to the National Association of Homebuilders.
Home Affordability Reaches New High In Q1 2012
Never before in recorded history have so many homes been affordable to households earning a moderate annual income.