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Spring 2023 Housing Study
July 27, 2023
How Do We Fix This? Solving the Indianapolis Metro Area Housing Shortage
Over the next two decades, Indiana is expected to add over a quarter of a million jobs to the economy. Tommie Jones, quality control inspector for Cook Medical, is one of the employees hoping to move into the area to work, but she cannot find housing that she can afford. She was forced to squeeze in with her sister’s family, while waiting – and…
June 29, 2023
Investigating the Housing Supply Deficit: What Building Permits Tell Us About the State of the Market
The housing market has dominated headlines for the past several years. Let’s take a dive into the numbers and see what’s going on right here in our own backyard. The Housing Supply Deficit: By the Numbers As we look at statistics and data, remember that behind each number is an individual or family, a manager, nurse, first responder, teacher,…
June 19, 2023
Indianapolis Metro Area Housing Shortage: Homeownership Out of Reach for Millions of Hoosiers
Good news. The Plaza at Central Greens, a complex being built in Indianapolis, will offer 122 two- and three-bedroom units aimed at Indy families and individuals who make 60% less than the median income for the area. A family of four making less than $55,000, for example, is eligible not only for secure housing but also for resources such as…
June 1, 2023
The New Math: How Many Hours Do You Need to Work to Afford a Mortgage?
For today’s home buyers, the “American Dream” is just that – elusive and even fantastical. Like striding towards a goal in a sleep state, achieving ownership always seems just out of reach. As soon as we think we can grasp it, that we’re running fast enough, it slips further away. Declining affordability is a major hurdle to attainable housing,…
May 24, 2023
Central Indiana Housing Crisis: Declining Affordability Pricing Millions Out of the Market
The once white-hot demand for housing has now declined in Central Indiana. But it’s not because fewer people want to buy; it’s because more of them have given up. The unsustainable rate of price appreciation did slow last year – but as mortgage rates doubled to nearly 7%, this news did little to revive the hopes of weary home buyers. What’s…
April 18, 2023
What’s Next for the Central Indiana Housing Market? Economist’s Predictions for 2023
What goes up must come down. It’s a basic law of physics – and, as it turns out, of the housing market. But how far? How fast? When? And will it be enough to make housing attainable for hardworking Hoosiers, millions of whom were already priced out? What’s next for the Indiana housing market? Dr. Steven Byers, senior economist with the Common…
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Articles for Legislators
- Build Indiana Roots eBook6.30 MBPreviewApril 20, 2023BuildersCommunity MembersHOA'sLegislatorsAt Build Indiana Roots, we educate Hoosiers on achievable housing and advocate responsible, balanced housing policies, so all residents can achieve their home buying dreams. Download to learn more.
- House committee advances Indiana property tax relief bill—with major changesFebruary 10, 2023LegislatorsIndiana lawmakers on Thursday approved major changes to a proposal that seeks to provide Hoosiers with temporary property tax relief. But top GOP legislators cautioned the complex bill is still in its working stages, and other significant amendments are expected as early as next week.
- How Much Does a New Construction House Cost in 2023?January 9, 2023LegislatorsYou want your next home to be a perfect fit, and if you’re not seeing existing houses on the market meet your list of must-haves, building a home or buying new construction may be your best option.
- Millennial Homebuyers: What the 2023 Housing Market Looks Like for Gen Y and Gen ZJanuary 6, 2023LegislatorsMillennials were already having a hard time becoming homeowners, but as new data shows, 2022 only added fuel to the fire.
- Build-To-Rent Expands Across U.S.January 6, 2023LegislatorsThe desire to live in single-family homes remains high, and the build-to-rent (BTR) sector is working to meet this need.
- November Private Residential Spending DipsJanuary 6, 2023Legislators
Private residential construction spending declined 0.5% in November, as spending on single-family construction plunged 2.9%. Private residential construction spending fell for the six consecutive month, standing at an annual pace of $868 billion. However, this total remains 5.3% higher compared to a year ago.
- Attainable Housing Builder Testimonial – Gradison Design | Build32.53 MBFebruary 10, 2022BuildersCommunity MembersHOA'sLegislators
- Build Indiana Roots eBook6.30 MBPreviewApril 20, 2023BuildersCommunity MembersHOA'sLegislatorsAt Build Indiana Roots, we educate Hoosiers on achievable housing and advocate responsible, balanced housing policies, so all residents can achieve their home buying dreams. Download to learn more.
- House committee advances Indiana property tax relief bill—with major changesFebruary 10, 2023LegislatorsIndiana lawmakers on Thursday approved major changes to a proposal that seeks to provide Hoosiers with temporary property tax relief. But top GOP legislators cautioned the complex bill is still in its working stages, and other significant amendments are expected as early as next week.
- How Much Does a New Construction House Cost in 2023?January 9, 2023LegislatorsYou want your next home to be a perfect fit, and if you’re not seeing existing houses on the market meet your list of must-haves, building a home or buying new construction may be your best option.
- Millennial Homebuyers: What the 2023 Housing Market Looks Like for Gen Y and Gen ZJanuary 6, 2023LegislatorsMillennials were already having a hard time becoming homeowners, but as new data shows, 2022 only added fuel to the fire.
- Build-To-Rent Expands Across U.S.January 6, 2023LegislatorsThe desire to live in single-family homes remains high, and the build-to-rent (BTR) sector is working to meet this need.
- November Private Residential Spending DipsJanuary 6, 2023Legislators
Private residential construction spending declined 0.5% in November, as spending on single-family construction plunged 2.9%. Private residential construction spending fell for the six consecutive month, standing at an annual pace of $868 billion. However, this total remains 5.3% higher compared to a year ago.
- Attainable Housing Builder Testimonial – Gradison Design | Build32.53 MBFebruary 10, 2022BuildersCommunity MembersHOA'sLegislators
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Investigating the Housing Supply Deficit: What Building Permits Tell Us About the State of the Market
The housing market has dominated headlines for the past several years. Let’s take a dive into the numbers and see…
Indianapolis Metro Area Housing Shortage: Homeownership Out of Reach for Millions of Hoosiers
Good news. The Plaza at Central Greens, a complex being built in Indianapolis, will offer 122 two- and three-bedroom…
The New Math: How Many Hours Do You Need to Work to Afford a Mortgage?
For today’s home buyers, the “American Dream” is just that – elusive and even fantastical. Like striding towards a goal…
Central Indiana Housing Crisis: Declining Affordability Pricing Millions Out of the Market
The once white-hot demand for housing has now declined in Central Indiana. But it’s not because fewer people want to…
What’s Next for the Central Indiana Housing Market? Economist’s Predictions for 2023
What goes up must come down. It’s a basic law of physics – and, as it turns out, of the housing market. But how far?…
The WHY Behind the Common Sense Institute Housing Study
We know. We all know – you cannot help but listen to, read about, or see the challenges of the current housing market.…