Stories
ICongress Advances Major Housing Reform with ROAD Act
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has passed key procedural votes in the Senate and is moving to House reconciliation, representing the most significant housing legislation in a generation.
Impact · Real estate professionals should prepare for potential changes in investor activity and market dynamics as the legislation aims to address housing affordability through various mechanisms.
Action
Review the key provisions of the ROAD Act and assess how proposed investor limits might affect your market's buyer pool and property valuations.
IIMidwest Markets Lead National Housing Absorption Trend
Housing demand is accelerating with Midwest markets leading a nationwide surge as buyers absorb homes faster than new listings are appearing.
Impact · Increased absorption rates signal a more competitive market environment and potential pressure on inventory levels, particularly in Midwest regions.
Action
Adjust listing strategies to account for faster absorption rates and consider implementing escalation clauses in purchase offers.
IIIFix-and-Flip Investors Fill Critical Entry-Level Housing Gap
New Western reports investors provided 120,193 homes at $261,000 or less in 2025, compared to only 37,931 new builds under that price point.
Impact · Fix-and-flip activities are creating vital inventory in the starter home segment, offering opportunities for first-time buyers where new construction is limited.
Action
Develop relationships with reliable fix-and-flip investors to access this growing inventory stream for entry-level buyers.
IVColorado Advances Aggressive Zoning Reform for Smaller Lots
New legislation would require most Colorado cities to allow single-family homes on lots as small as 2,000 square feet.
Impact · This could significantly increase housing density and affordability in Colorado markets, potentially setting a precedent for other states.
Action
Map potential infill opportunities in your market that could benefit from similar zoning reforms.