March 2026

U.S. commercial and multifamily mortgage debt climbed to a record near $5 trillion at the end of 2025, underscoring continued lending activity even as higher borrowing costs reshape underwriting standards. Total commercial and multifamily mortgage debt outstanding rose 1.5% in the fourth quarter to $4.99 trillion, an increase of $75.2 billion from the prior three months, according to new data from the...

There seem to be very few things that Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill can agree on these days, but one of them is that housing has become increasingly unaffordable for the average American. And with good reason: housing affordability is the worst it’s been in over 40 years – since the 1980s when mortgage rates routinely approached 20%. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta,...

Policy uncertainty is pushing older Americans to delay retirement, shift to conservative investments and boost their emergency savings, according to a new survey. The findings published last week by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College show 21% of respondents who’ve yet to retire are postponing retirement while 33% are moving to safer portfolios. The survey of 1,443 people ages...

Austin city lawmakers bent on ensuring the Texas capital sustains momentum in a housing supply expansion that cuts into a home shortage and slows price growth took another step last week. Thursday, the Austin City Council approved a new package of land-use changes that would accelerate construction of missing-middle housing types such as duplexes, fourplexes and small apartment buildings in walkable,...

Rory Golod has been named president of growth at Compass International Holdings (CIH), the parent company of Compass, Christie’s International Real Estate, @properties and the Anywhere brands. In this newly created role, Golod will be focused on driving agent success across the company’s unified technology platform. In an announcement on Monday, CIH said Golod will oversee efforts to help roughly...

The U.S. homebuilding industry remains more fragmented than outsiders believe, even after years of consolidation. Lennar continues to be one of the biggest builders in the country, but size alone isn’t the main factor anymore; the next advantage comes from blending operational efficiency with customer segmentation. That is why KB Home appears to be a possible strategic target. KB Home is large enough...

A new ultra-luxury release is taking shape along Biscayne Bay, offering a closer look at some of the most expensive homes currently in the pipeline in Miami. The newly unveiled “Legacy Collection” at The St. Regis Residences, Miami brings just seven waterfront residences to market, with pricing starting at $25.5 million. The collection is already drawing attention for more than just its price...

An expansive, fully equipped equestrian estate has just come to market in Davie, Florida, bringing to market a rare asset: the largest covered indoor riding arena in all of Broward County. Priced at $7.299 million, the five-acre property is designed for serious riders, trainers, and operations that require year-round functionality. Set behind gates at 2625 SW 148th Avenue, the estate pairs...

There’s a reason boutique hotels feel so memorable. And it’s not just the nice bedding or the moody lighting. It’s the way everything works together, from the scent in the hallway to the way a bedside lamp falls just right at night. The good news is that most of these choices aren’t out of reach. They’re deliberate, layered decisions that prioritize comfort, consistency, and a bit of...

One of Southern Maryland’s longest-held agricultural estates is heading to auction, bringing with it nearly four centuries of history and a fully operational boutique farm. Known as the P.A. Bowen Historic Mansion and Farm, the 95-acre property in Brandywine is set to be sold without reserve on April 9, meaning the final price will be determined entirely by the market. Currently listed at $7.5...