Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies
The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies strives to improve equitable access to decent, affordable homes in thriving communities. We conduct rigorous research to advance policy and practice, and we bring together diverse stakeholders to spark new ideas for addressing housing challenges. Through teaching and fellowships, we mentor and inspire the next generation of housing leaders.
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Continued gains projected for remodeling amid economic uncertainty
The LIRA projects that year-over-year spending for home renovation and repair will increase by 2.5 percent to reach a record $526 billion by the first quarter of 2026.
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Remodeling rises to new heights, but industry struggles to address labor shortages
Home improvement and repair spending vaulted from $404 billion in 2019 to $611 billion in 2022, and is expected to remain above $600 billion through 2025.
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Modest gains in 2025 outlook for home remodeling
The LIRA projects that year-over-year spending for home renovation and repair will increase by 1.2% in 2025.Â
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Growth expected for residential remodeling
The Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University projects that annual expenditures for home renovation and maintenance will grow by 1.2% through the third quarter of 2025.Â
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Remodeling spending to tick up through mid-year 2025
New data projects that declines in annual spending for renovations and maintenance to owner-occupied homes will ease to just -0.5% through the second quarter of 2025.Â
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Data shows millions priced out of home ownership
Millions of potential homebuyers have been priced out of the market by high home prices and interest rates, while the number of renters with cost burdens has hit an all-time high.
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