50+ Housing Council Research & News

The 50+ Housing Council, in conjunction with NAHB Economics and industry partners, produce surveys and research pertaining to the active adult and seniors housing markets as well as consumer preferences and migration patterns. Below you will find reports, research, press releases and the 50+ Housing Market Indices.

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NAHB Sees Gradual Improvement in 55+ Housing Market The segment of the housing industry that caters to those home buyers and renters who are 55+ years old saw gradual but steady improvement in 2011. This trend is expected to continue throughout 2012 as more baby boomers turn 55 and seek new homes and communities that offer the lifestyle they desire. … 2/8/2012	Press Release
Builder Confidence for the 55+ Housing Market Ends Fourth Quarter on an Upswing Builder confidence in the 55+ housing market for single-family homes rose four points to 18 compared to the same period a year ago, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 55+ Housing Market Index (HMI) released today.“We are seeing increased optimism from … 2/7/2012	Press Release
Using the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) to Sell Homes View this 5 minute video about MetLife's H4P program, a home equity mortgage conversion product for 55+ home buyers. 1/19/2012	Video File
MetLife H4P (HECM for Purchase) 55+ Builder Discussion Webinar-Replay View this webinar for important information on MetLife H4P (HECM for Purchase) 55+ Builder Discussion Webinar 1/18/2012	Video File
NAHB/MetLife Report: Housing Trends Update for the 55+ Market Get the information you need to create the homes and communities that baby boomers want. 12/16/2011	Web page
Builder Confidence Declines in Third Quarter for 55+ Housing Market Builder confidence in the 55+ housing market for single-family homes fell three points to 12 compared to the same period a year ago, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 55+ Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. “The current state of the … 11/10/2011	Press Release
Baby Boomers Want Convenience and Energy Efficiency in New Homes According to New Survey - 9/15/2009 A survey released today reveals that 55+ Americans would prefer suburban living in single-story homes with amenities, particularly high-speed Internet access, for their later years, and they don't consider "universal" design a priority.  These are some of the findings from 55+ Housing: … 9/15/2009	Press Release