Housing Stocks

Since the mid-2000s and sub-prime mortgage rate crisis, real estate has suffered tremendously. However, very recently, the housing market has started to make a comeback, which is a great sign for both the economy and investors. While this may be a good time to purchase property, it is also a great time to invest in invest in housing and homebuilder stocks. Housing companies that show promise include D.R. Horton (DHI),  PennyMac Financial Services (PFSI), Home Depot (HD) and KB Homes (KBH). Other ways to play the housing market are through REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) like the Vanguard REIT ETF, and through real estate crowdfunding sites, such as Cadre and Fundrise.

The Huge Bull in Housing

American homebuyers are driving a bull market in housing. Here's how to play it   There's a bull market going on in U.S. home construction…

5 Hot Housing Stocks That Could Stay Hot in 2020

Housing stocks won't soar in 2020 like they did in 2019, but some look positioned to sustain healthy rallies.

Which Housing Stocks Are a Buy Now?

Compare housing stocks in each of three popular subsectors -- real estate investment trusts (REITs), insurance and mortgages -- to see what makes for the best investment now.

Housing Stocks: What’s the Best Play Now?

Falling interest rates are affecting all corners of the stock market, including housing stocks. Here's how to play the impact.

Housing Stocks: Surprising Picks as Leaders of the Coming Rally

Even if you’re skeptical of a coming rally, please don’t ignore a tried-and-true buying opportunity that so many are missing amid the panic.

5 REITs to Buy While They’re Dirt Cheap

Looking for great REITs? The letters to remember are FFO. Here are 5 that throw off plenty of cash and trade for dirt cheap.

The Housing Market May End Up Climbing a Wall of Worry

The housing market isn't as fragile as one might be led to believe, but there's a huge footnote to add to the headlines.

Home Depot Inc (HD) Is Your Friend Thanks to This Trend!

Home Depot (HD) is in a rough patch, sure. But trend followers aren't panicking right now; they're getting ready to buy Home Depot stock again.

D.R. Horton, Inc.: It’s Tough Bricks for DHI Stock

D.R. Horton (DHI) closed well off its intraday highs on Thursday, signaling buyer exhaustion. Now, DHI stock could be ripe for a short-side trade.

Battle the Bears! Go Long Toll Brothers Inc (TOL) Stock!

The selloff in Toll Brothers (TOL) stock is overdone and a sharp bounce is near. Traders could play the next bullish reversal for a good reward/risk trade.

Trade of the Day: D.R. Horton (DHI)

Though D.R. Horton has experienced some volatility over the past 11 months, it has consistently outperformed its industry and the market as a whole.

Lowe’s Companies, Inc.: Get a Dose of Relative Strength With LOW Stock

Lowe's (LOW) stock tenaciously held support even during the broader market weakness in late August. Now, investors can ride a build in relative strength.

Buy the Homebuilders in a Hurry! (LEN, DHI, PHM)

The homebuilding business looked just about dead in the depths of the recession. But the slow, steady growth in homebuilders should continue.

Whirlpool (WHR) Stock: A Great Play on the Housing Market

Whirlpool stock has recently built a good bottom. Now, WHR stock is ready to benefit from positive housing market news.

7 Reasons the Housing Market Will Keep Booming

The U.S. housing market has posted great numbers lately across sales, prices and future construction. This bodes well for 2015 and beyond.

KB Home Stock Is a Rare Deal in the Housing Sector (KBH)

Better-than-expected earnings and a cheap valuation makes a solid bull case for underperforming KB Home stock (KBH).

HD Stock — 3 Reasons Why Home Depot’s Long-Term Outlook Is Bright

Home Depot stock has been stuck after a lackluster February housing report, but the long-term outlook for HD stock remains hopeful.

Trade of the Day: Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV)

Hovnanian is a well-managed company with a stock chart that looks ready to make its next run.

Home Builders: Economy More Important Than Rate Hike

An accelerating economy and improved labor market should keep home builders chugging along regardless of the outcome of the FOMC meeting.