by Rhett Loveman | Feb 24, 2026 | Insights
After years of underbuilding, the U.S. faces a shortage of more than 4.7 million homes. In response, several states are advancing zoning and permitting reforms designed to increase supply, streamline approvals, and improve affordability. Georgia: Faster Permits,...
by Rhett Loveman | Jan 15, 2026 | Insights
The Housing Affordability Crisis Reaches a Breaking Point Recent announcements by President Trump signal a larger focus by the administration on addressing housing affordability challenges. On January 7, 2026, President Trump announced that he was taking...
by Rhett Loveman | Jan 9, 2026 | Insights
As the new year begins, so do the predictions for the 2026 housing market. Here’s what the industry is saying: Interest and Insurance NAHB CEO Jim Tobin doesn’t expect significant relief on borrowing costs anytime soon, noting that mortgage rates are unlikely to...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 18, 2025 | Insights
Recently there has been an increase in smaller cities and suburban counties amending their regulations to require large lot sizes—often 15,000 square feet (SF) minimums. The amendments appear to be based on the mistaken belief that larger lot sizes will produce more...
