Why flexible private capital is becoming a builder growth strategy
Homebuilders are navigating a market where slower absorption, elevated costs and shifting buyer demand are testing even the most experienced operators. In that environment, capital is more than a funding source. It influences liquidity, production pace and long-term growth. For regional and mid-size
Iran conflict lifts mortgage rates, but housing demand stays positive
Last week saw an escalation of the Iran conflict, with missile strikes and rising mortgage rates as a result, but housing demand still held firm and inventory was only down a smidge year over year. We should be mindful that our data was hit by the 4th of July weekend, but even with that, demand was
Trump didn’t sign it, but the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law
After months of deliberation, delays and drama, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has finally crossed the finish line. The legislation, aimed at cutting red tape and making homeownership more attainable, is now the law of the land after President Donald Trump declined to sign or veto the bill be
Century 21 COO says M&A activity fueled by growing tech demands
Century 21 is riding a wave of franchise acquisitions and merger activity — a trend Chief Operating Officer Greg Sexton says is driven by the escalating demands of real estate technology. Sexton, who has spent more than two decades with the company, said the aggressive push into mergers and acquisit
