Research

For young tech talent Seattle and San Francisco remain the go-to places.

The firm's survey showed an 18.3% rise in first half of 2023.

Builder confidence fell six points to 50 from July to August.

Interest rates, labor shortages, and material prices have all had an impact.

And three Midwestern cities follow in second, third and fourth spots as renting remains the new buying.

Banks were the top lending group with 43.4% of non-agency loan activity.

Rents set a new benchmark, while leasing hits affordability threshold.

The total worth of U.S. homes hit a record $46.8 trillion in June.