John Burns Research and Consulting
Five Point Posts Q1 Loss, Launches $40MM Buyback as California Land Sales Slide to Back Half
The Irvine developer is holding fire on major land deals until the third and fourth quarters, betting that patience preserves pricing power in...
Lower Immigration, Cautious Consumers and Shifting Migration Patterns Reshape US Housing Outlook for 2026
John Burns Research and Consulting finds that capturing housing demand now requires surgical precision as demographic tailwinds weaken and buyer sentiment sours to...
Sekisui House U.S. CEO Maps National Expansion for Japan’s SHAWOOD Brand, Backed by 50-Year Business Plan
David Viger, the former Richmond American executive now leading Sekisui House’s combined U.S. operations, says the company’s earthquake-resistant, precision-engineered homes are headed to...
Simpler Exteriors, Smarter Kitchens: What Home Buyers Want From Builders in 2026
John Burns Research and Consulting’s Jenni Nichols explains how shifting consumer preferences toward modern design can help builders navigate affordability pressures without sacrificing...
Commercial Real Estate Investors Turn Cautiously Optimistic as Capital Access Improves
The Fear and Greed Index hits 58 out of 100, signaling a slightly expanding market as investors report easier access to capital for...
Multifamily and Housing Markets Faces “Moderate” 2026 After Turbulent Year, John Burns Warns
Industry veteran predicts muted growth ahead as affordability crisis deepens and fundamental market dynamics shift The U.S. housing market will limp through 2026...
High-Income Job Losses Dampen West Coast Housing Markets
Tech-driven metros face unprecedented employment headwinds as professional services shed workers The West Coast’s vaunted job engine is sputtering. From Seattle to San...
Single-Family Rental Market Poised for Growth Despite Current Headwinds, Industry Leaders Say
The single-family rental (SFR) and build-to-rent (BTR) markets are navigating a complex landscape of challenges and opportunities, with industry experts expressing cautious optimism...
Homebuilders Face Highest Unsold Inventory Since 2009
New data reveals that homebuilders’ unsold completed inventory has reached its highest level since the aftermath of the Great Financial Crisis, signaling potential...
Master-Planned Communities Triumph in 2023 Housing Market
In a remarkable display of resilience amidst challenging economic conditions, master-planned communities (MPCs) witnessed an impressive surge in new home sales in 2023....
Invitation Homes, Despite Recent Acquisitions, Has Been a Net Seller Over Last Three Quarters
By The Registry Staff In recent years, institutional single-family home buyers like Invitation Homes and American Homes 4 Rent have played a significant...
