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New Study: Millennials Now Account for 45% of All Home Purchases
The generation born between 1981 and 1996 has become the dominant force in the housing market, reshaping buyer preferences.
RealNews Staff · March 12, 2026
Housing Starts Jump 8% in February, Led by Multifamily Construction
New construction activity exceeded expectations last month, with apartment buildings accounting for the largest share of new starts.
RealNews Staff · March 7, 2026
2026 Migration Report: Americans Are Moving Shorter Distances and to Smaller Cities
New U.S. Census Bureau data shows that interstate migration has declined 18% since 2021, with movers increasingly choosing mid-size metros within their home state.
RealNews Staff · February 4, 2026
Research: Homes Priced Right the First Time Sell for 4% More Than Those With Price Cuts
A five-year analysis of 2.1 million MLS transactions reveals a persistent pricing penalty for sellers who test the market above value before eventually reducing their price.
RealNews Staff · February 17, 2026
The Generational Homeownership Gap Is Widening at an Alarming Rate
Federal Reserve data shows millennial homeownership lagging baby boomer rates at the same age by 11 percentage points, with structural barriers making catch-up unlikely.
RealNews Staff · March 4, 2026