Newsletter Stories

• Single-Family CRT Issuance Nears $5.1 Billion
  In 2025, Freddie Mac’s Single-Family credit risk transfer (CRT) program issued nearly $5.1 billion through five STACR® and six ACIS® The post Single-Family CRT Issuance Nears $5.1 Billion appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• 10 housing predictions that came true
  In 2024 and 2025, experts’ housing market predictions largely proved accurate. Mortgage rates stabilized near 6%, giving buyers and sellers The post 10 housing predictions that came true appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• ASID 2025 Year in Review
  As 2025 draws to a close, we look back on a year of progress, creativity and connection in the design The post ASID 2025 Year in Review appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• What is a good Mortgage Rate in today’s market?
  A “good” mortgage rate varies depending on individual financial circumstances, the type of loan and its term. As of December The post What is a good Mortgage Rate in today’s market? appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Can Offsite Housing Solve the Housing Affordability Crisis?
  As housing affordability continues to challenge the U.S. market, community-based organizations (CBOs) are increasingly turning to offsite construction as a The post Can Offsite Housing Solve the Housing Affordability Crisis? appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• U.S. Housing Market Affordability Improves
  The U.S. housing market is showing early signs of stabilization after years of high prices and limited sales, improving overall The post U.S. Housing Market Affordability Improves appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Recalibration of the Land and Housing Market
  The U.S. land and housing market is evolving through a period of recalibration, marked by slower population growth, shifting capital The post Recalibration of the Land and Housing Market appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• 5 Trends Shaping Land Use for 2026 and Beyond
  Many U.S. communities are grappling with outdated zoning and permitting rules that limit housing supply. To address this, local governments The post 5 Trends Shaping Land Use for 2026 and Beyond appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Construction Marketing Trends to Watch in 2026
  In 2026, construction marketing is increasingly driven by video, with companies moving beyond generic messaging to create content tailored to The post Construction Marketing Trends to Watch in 2026 appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• California’s 2026 Housing Laws: What You Need to Know
  California’s 2025 legislative session brought sweeping housing reforms aimed at accelerating development and reducing barriers to construction. Key measures include The post California’s 2026 Housing Laws: What You Need to Know appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.