Breaking Down the Housing Affordability Index with Matt Fowler

Housing affordability has shifted dramatically in recent years, and understanding the numbers behind it is crucial. The Affordability Index measures how accessible homeownership is, and in the Triangle, it's telling an important story.

In this episode, Matt Fowler, CEO of Doorify MLS, breaks down the Housing Affordability Index—what it means, why it’s changed, and what we can expect moving forward. Matt shares insights from Doorify’s extensive market research, including trends from their latest 2024 Year-End Affordability Index update.  

We also explore the role of zoning regulations, smart growth policies, and data-driven decision-making in shaping the future of housing.

Tune in to hear Matt’s expert take on what’s happening now—and where the market is headed next.

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes: 

• How the Doorify Affordability Index measures housing accessibility in the Triangle
• The key factors affecting home prices, mortgage rates, and income levels
• Smart growth policies and data-driven solutions for improving affordability

Links from this episode:

• Learn more about Triangle MLS: https://www.trianglemls.com
• Know more about Matt Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matttriangle
• Know more about Andrea Siracuse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-siracuse
• Read the 2024 Year-End Housing Market Update: https://doorifymls.com/news/year-end-update-doorify-affordability-index/84

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