Construction News Today — July 14, 2026
Higher home-care spending by states linked to greater aging-in-place outcomes and more — today's construction signal.
The real estate and construction landscape is evolving in response to shifting market conditions and consumer needs. As the population ages, states are increasing spending on home care, which is leading to greater success in aging-in-place outcomes. This trend is likely to have implications for the types of housing and care facilities that are in demand. Meanwhile, in the mortgage market, lenders are navigating a challenging environment marked by higher interest rates, which are expected to impact originations in the second quarter.
These changes are driving innovation and adaptation among industry players. For example, some mortgage lenders are turning to mortgage servicing rights gains to offset the impact of higher rates, while others are exploring the potential of artificial intelligence to strengthen their operations. Additionally, the estate planning industry is responding to rising financial stress among consumers, with a growing focus on helping individuals plan for the future. Today's headlines also cover developments in real estate listings and non-QM mortgage securitization, highlighting the complex and multifaceted nature of the current market.
Today's signal:
• Higher home-care spending by states linked to greater aging-in-place outcomes (housingwire.com)
• NAR guidance clarifies office exclusive listings, MLS rules (housingwire.com)
• BTIG: Higher rates to hit Q2 originations as nonbanks lean on MSR gains (housingwire.com)
• AD Mortgage closes $432.4M non-QM RMBS deal (housingwire.com)
• AI likely to strengthen large mortgage lenders without disrupting industry, KBW says (housingwire.com)
• Trust & Will CEO Cody Barbo says rising financial stress is reshaping estate planning (housingwire.com)