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Navigating the complexities of today’s US housing market requires more than just intuition; it demands reliable price data, unbiased news and comprehensive analytics to make informed decisions. From supply chain disruptions and labor shortages to affordability pressures, interest rate fluctuations and volatile raw material prices, various factors are reshaping the landscape of the US housing market.
Volatility in lumber prices has a direct impact on the cost of construction materials, which in turn affects housing affordability and supply. When lumber prices are high, these costs can be passed onto buyers through higher home prices and cause delays or scale back new construction projects.
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