Is Now the Time for Single-Family Investors to Consider New Construction?
Single-family investors are increasingly asking whether new construction offers a viable path forward in today’s market. A webinar hosted by ResiClub on Thursday, March 5, aims to tackle this question head-on, featuring insights from the team behind the Lennar Investor Marketplace.
The Shifting Landscape of Refinance Activity
Even as the broader mortgage market has seen fluctuations, refinance activity is showing signs of a rebound. United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) has experienced a significant increase in refinance volume, climbing to $70 billion in 2025 – a +387% jump from its 2023 low. This upswing, described as a “boomlet” rather than a full-blown boom, is driven by homeowners seeking relief from higher rates secured in 2023-2024.
Despite this positive trend, a substantial portion of homeowners (68.6% as of recent FHFA data) still hold mortgage rates below 5.0%, which caps the potential scale of the refinance surge. Though, as more time passes, more homeowners may be enticed to refinance or tap into home equity.
Did you know? Purchase applications have been slower to rebound than refinances, indicating a more cautious approach from buyers in the current market.
Regional Housing Market Variations
Analyzing specific markets reveals significant variations in price corrections. For example, a home in Venice, Florida (ZIP Code 34293) purchased for $565,000 in 2023 ultimately sold for $455,000 in December 2025 – a 19.5% decrease. However, even with this correction, the property still represented a 38.7% gain over its 2017 purchase price.
Southwest Florida, along with Austin, Texas, has experienced some of the largest price drops this cycle. The ResiClub Terminal provides tools to pinpoint these localized market dynamics, allowing investors to identify areas with potential opportunities or risks.
The ResiClub Terminal: A Data-Driven Approach
The ResiClub Terminal offers a powerful platform for analyzing housing market data at a granular level. It allows investors to quickly assess trends, identify pockets of correction, and make informed decisions based on real-time information.
Webinar Details: Should You Build New?
The upcoming webinar on March 5th, featuring Lennar’s David Moore and Nathan Williams alongside ResiClub’s Lance Lambert, will specifically address the question of whether single-family investors should consider new construction. The discussion will cover the pros, cons, and financial implications of this investment strategy.
Register for the webinar here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/RQcEK0wlR86owEa4m3p8eA
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who should attend the webinar? Mom-and-pop single-family investors, and landlords.
- What time is the webinar? 3:00 p.m. ET (12:00 p.m. PT) on Thursday, March 5.
- What will be discussed? The pros and cons of investing in new construction homes.
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