Commercial Digest, October, 2021

40 years of Home Buyer and Seller Data There are some notable changes in the home buying environment, pandemic aside, including interest rates, home prices, and how people buy and sell. By: Jessica Lautz Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/40-years-of-home-buyer-and-seller-data-how-does-the-profile-compare

The Clean Water Act could have a profound effect on private property rights and on commercial real estate practitioners—particularly on the development side. Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/commercial-connections/watershed-moment

Impacts of Student Loan Debt on Homebuying Uncovered Experts from the housing & higher education fields & NAR policy thought leaders discussed how the student loan debt crisis affects the… Media Contact: Tori Syrek Student Loan Debt Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/impacts-of-student-loan-debt-on-homebuying-uncovered-at-realtor-policy-forum

A Nearly Unbelievable Data Point: The Birth Rate The baby bust has likely been fueled by both economic and health concerns of women during the pandemic. By: Jessica Lautz Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/a-nearly-unbelievable-data-point-the-birth-rate

Instant Reaction: Housing Starts, September 21, 2021 Total housing starts and housing permits made decent gains in August compared to the month prior, but the focus was on multifamily units. By: Lawrence Yun Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/instant-reaction-housing-starts-september-21-2021