Trump's Housing Policies Face Challenges in Second Term

Experts warn that Trump's plans to boost housing supply may be hindered by potential increases in construction costs and mortgage rates.

Trump aims to address the housing shortage by deregulating building processes and opening federal lands for construction.
Experts express concern that proposed immigration restrictions could lead to labor shortages in the construction industry, raising costs.
Tariffs on imported materials like lumber could further increase the cost of building new homes, impacting affordability.
Despite promises to lower mortgage rates, experts suggest rates may remain volatile due to economic policy changes.
The housing market continues to face a supply-demand imbalance, with millions of homes needed to meet current demand.