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Leadership
Homebuilders Face The Long “Muddle-Through” Economy
Moody’s Analytics Deputy Chief Economist Cristian deRitis kicked off Focus On Excellence in Denver with a clear-eyed view of a cooling—but not collapsing—economy. His message for homebuilding leaders: plan for a grind, not a rebound, as 2026–2030 take shape.
Leadership
When Unknowns Define The Future of Homebuilding Strategy
Uncertainty is the only constant: from Fed moves and mortgage lock-in to tariffs, labor shortages, and policy risks. Moody’s economist Cristian deRitis and the Focus On Excellence summit in Denver will arm builders with frameworks to plan, act, and lead through turbulence.
Policy
Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?
A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.
Marketing & Sales
Research: Supply Constraint Is Not No. 1 Driver Of Housing Crisis
Findings imply that constrained housing supply is relatively unimportant in explaining differences in rising house prices among U.S. cities -- suggesting that easing housing supply constraints may not yield the anticipated improvements in housing affordability.
Marketing & Sales
Renters Stay Put Despite Record Supply Of New Apartment Units
Rising lease renewal rates mean fewer renters may make the leap to homeownership just as Spring Selling begins. With rates still high and affordability gaps widening, builders now face an uphill battle to attract buyers who might have been pushed out of rentals and into the for-sale market.
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Leadership 10.30.25
Homebuilders Face The Long “Muddle-Through” Economy
Moody’s Analytics Deputy Chief Economist Cristian deRitis kicked off Focus On Excellence in Denver with a clear-eyed view of a cooling—but not collapsing—economy. His message for homebuilding leaders: plan for a grind, not a rebound, as 2026–2030 take shape.
Leadership 10.06.25
When Unknowns Define The Future of Homebuilding Strategy
Uncertainty is the only constant: from Fed moves and mortgage lock-in to tariffs, labor shortages, and policy risks. Moody’s economist Cristian deRitis and the Focus On Excellence summit in Denver will arm builders with frameworks to plan, act, and lead through turbulence.
Policy 07.07.25
Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?
A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.
Marketing & Sales 03.24.25
Research: Supply Constraint Is Not No. 1 Driver Of Housing Crisis
Findings imply that constrained housing supply is relatively unimportant in explaining differences in rising house prices among U.S. cities -- suggesting that easing housing supply constraints may not yield the anticipated improvements in housing affordability.
Marketing & Sales 02.10.25
Renters Stay Put Despite Record Supply Of New Apartment Units
Rising lease renewal rates mean fewer renters may make the leap to homeownership just as Spring Selling begins. With rates still high and affordability gaps widening, builders now face an uphill battle to attract buyers who might have been pushed out of rentals and into the for-sale market.
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