Market Updates

A quick glance at the weather forecast indicates we might finally be finished with the annual tradition we call “false spring” here in Utah. In addition to warmer temperatures, the real estate and rental markets are also heating up. In this month’s update, we recap the latest trends in housing prices and inflation, take a closer l...

As spring settles in and flowers begin to bloom, the rental housing industry typically transitions from the slower winter months into the busy spring leasing season. For 2025, we expect economic headwinds and changing market conditions to dampen the usually robust seasonal demand but the full impact is anyone’s guess. In this month’s up...

March marks a pivotal time for rental housing professionals, ushering in the early days of the busy leasing season. However, economic uncertainty and shifting market dynamics are making this year less predictable. While we expect the increase in seasonal demand to boost occupancy as usual, rental softness across most Utah submarkets combined with b...

The end of February will mark an exciting transition in the property management industry. As we move beyond the "slow season," preparations are already underway for the busy summer leasing period. In this update, we’ll cover the latest economic trends, provide key legislative updates that impact Utah landlords, and discuss some inte...

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, we are focused on what lies ahead. Overall, the U.S. economy ended 2024 on a strong footing, marked by robust job growth, easing inflation trends overall, and strategic adjustments by the Federal Reserve to sustain economic stability. As we move forward, key data on employment, inflation, and monetary policy wi...

As we approach the end of the year, December offers a perfect time to reflect on the challenges of 2024 and look forward to what 2025 might bring. In this month’s update, we’ll explore the recent Jobs Report and Consumer Price Index Report, both of which set the stage for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decisions. We’l...

In this update, we’ll highlight the latest jobs and inflation data and fill you in on the most recent Federal Reserve interest rate action. We'll also discuss a recent housing forecast for 2025, giving you a look ahead at what the coming year may bring for the housing market and outlining how the election results might impact the rental h...

We continue to see surprising trends in the economy, with the job’s report exceeding expectations but inflation not completely absent. The good news is we seem to be pretty close to the “soft landing” economists were hoping for. In this month’s update, we’ll dive into these issues and touch on the ongoing legal battles...

In this update, we’re excited to introduce a new technology partnership, bringing all Wolfnest clients access to cutting-edge analysis tools for real estate investors. We’ll also provide key updates on the job market, highlighting slower growth and rising unemployment, along with the latest trends in inflation and insights into potentia...

In this update, we have an exciting announcement that’s been months in the making. Before we dive into the specifics, let’s begin by addressing the recent economic shifts, including the increasing pressure for a rate cut and ongoing debates around rent caps.HeadlinesJuly Jobs Report - In July, U.S. job growth was significantly lower tha...