Capital Commentary: VOTE!

After a seemingly endless campaign, Election Day is a week away. Of course, millions of voters will exercise their right to vote beforehand via early voting, absentee voting or vote-by-mail options. For perhaps the first time, Capital Commentary will hit the pause button on housing policy topics. But it will spotlight a home. And a message: • Vote. Vote like your country depends on it. Because it does. Read on to see how to win a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol just for exercising your franchise. Read More

Housing Crisis in Rural USA

Iowa’s slogan is the “State of Minds,” and it’s grappling with its own State of Housing. It's a conversation that demands attention from policymakers. Read More

Closing Costs Crackdown

Lucky families and individuals who find a home to purchase are discovering it costs more than in the past to close the loan. Read More