The “Engine” of the U.S. Economy is Starting to Crack
Dave:The engine that drives the US economy, the American consumer, is in trouble. New headlines are coming out daily showing the strain on the average American citizen, but it’s not just headlines. It’s not just fear-mongering. The strain Americans feel is real. It’s starting to show in the data and it’s even starting to change […]
U.S. Construction Spending Up Slightly in March – Real Estate Investing Today
The U.S. government is reporting that total construction spending in March, 2026 was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,185.5 billion, up 0.6% from February’s revised number. In addition, March’s estimate is 1.6% higher than one year ago. Residential construction came in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $929.7 billion in March, which […]
U.S. Debt Surpasses GDP: Why Mortgage Rates Could "Spiral" From Here
Dave:The US just crossed a threshold that we haven’t seen since 1946, and it’s not a milestone we should be particularly proud of. Our national debt just surpassed our total gross domestic product. And the last time this happened was right after five years of fighting a world war. As of last week, we’re at […]
U.S. Home Prices Turn Negative, Sellers Finally Give Up Ground
Dave:When you look at a headline, there are two ways that you can interpret it. Sometimes it can cause a lot of fear and can cause you to avoid doing the deals and working on your business in the way that you should. Or you can look at news and data and information about the […]
Average Rent Across 100 U.S. Cities in 2026 – Real Estate Investing Today
Citing data from Zillow and WalletHub, a recent graphic from the Visual Capitalist illustrates average monthly rent prices in 100 U.S. cities as of February, 2026. They illustrate how rents across these cities range from over $3,500 in the most expensive markets to around $1,200 in more affordable regions. Interestingly, they point out that while […]
Top U.S. Housing Markets: Best and Worst Ranked
The Best (and Worst) Housing Markets in America (March 2026 Update) In March 2026, the American housing market presents a fascinating tapestry of growth, resilience, and challenges. As economic landscapes continue to shift, certain regions are thriving while others face hurdles. Here’s a detailed look at the best and worst housing markets across the country […]
ATTOMs Year-End 2025 U.S. Home Sales Report | Real Estate Investing Today
ATTOM’s Year-End 2025 U.S. Home Sales Report shows 3.9 million homes sold in 2025, with the national median price hitting a record $360,000—up 2.6% from 2024 and 39% from 2020. Despite higher prices, seller profits fell: the typical sale generated $118,710 in gross profit and a 49% return on investment, down from 55% in 2024. […]
Zumper National Rent Report January 2026: U.S. Rental Price Trends
Zumper has released its January 2026 National Rent Report. The median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment came in at $1,503 (down 0.1% month over month), while 2-bedrooms averaged $1,879 (up 0.2%). The report also ranks the 100 largest metro areas. See the full report at: https://www.zumper.com/rent-research/national-rent-report Zumper CEO Anthemos Georgiades said the rental market remains […]
U-Hauls Top U.S. Growth Cities and Metros for 2025
Here’s a rewritten version of your content in a simpler, table-free format: Recently we shared moving and migration insights from United Van Lines and Atlas Van Lines. Now, U-Haul has released its annual Growth Index highlighting the U.S. metros and cities with the largest net inflow of one-way U-Haul customers in 2025. Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington tops […]
Dallas Fort Worth: Leading U.S. Housing Market for Two Consecutive Years
Dallas-Fort Worth Remains Projected as the Top Housing Market for the Second Year in a Row The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex continues to capture the nation’s attention as it holds its ground as the top housing market in the United States for the second consecutive year. This remarkable achievement underscores the area’s thriving economy, population […]