The real estate industry makes up anywhere from 14 -18% of the US’s GDP. A coming boom could have an enormous impact on the U.S. economy. Sellers, builders, contractors, lawyers, accountants, brokers, insurers, retailers and countless other small- and mid-sized businesses that are both directly and indirectly connected to this industry will benefit. For this to happen mortgage rates will have to fall below 5.5%: almost two-thirds of mortgage holders have rates between 3 – 6%. (THE HILL)

10/22/2025