Marylan Johnson NMLSR ID 408732 - Wells Fargo

05/27/2026

Through the first four months of 2026, housing starts are running 2.2% ahead of the pace from last year. Nevertheless, single-family starts declined 9.0% in April and are down 5.1% year-to-date. In contrast, multifamily housing starts have surged, with year-to-date starts up 20.1%. Specifically, April multifamily starts hit an annual rate of 529,000 units, a 27.1% increase over total starts in 2025.

This page provides national and regional data on the number of new housing units authorized by building permits; authorized, but not started; started; under construction; and completed. The data are for new, privately-owned housing units, excluding "HUD-code" manufactured (mobile) homes. The data ar...

02/23/2026

Housing starts ended 2025 with solid gains of 3.9% and 6.2% in November and December, respectively. Nevertheless, the total of 1.359 million starts last year was a 0.6% decline from 2024. Single-family starts, about 70% of total starts, dropped 6.9% in 2025 to 943,000 units. Multifamily starts, on the other hand, climbed to 415,700 units, 17.3% above 2024’s starts.

12/15/2025

The Federal Reserve cut its short-term interest rate target by 25 basis points on Wednesday, December 10. That’s the third consecutive FOMC meeting resulting in a quarter-point cut. The target range for overnight lending in the fed funds market is now 3.75% to 3.50%, its lowest level in three years. The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for January 27-28.

The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington DC.

09/30/2025

The equity in your home could be an excellent option when financing home improvements, renovations, or other large expenses. Call me today to discuss your options.

Learn about the benefits of refinancing your mortgage, which include lowering your interest rate and potentially paying off your mortgage faster.

09/29/2025

A recent Wells Fargo study shows parents give their kids an average weekly allowance of $37. Get details here:
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09/27/2025

Wells Fargo recently donated a mortgage-free home to Retired U.S. Army Specialist Carl Reiher and his family — a powerful reminder of how our collective efforts help honor and support those who’ve served. Through our ongoing collaboration with the Military Warriors Support Foundation, we’ve donated over 400 homes to wounded Veterans and Gold Star families as part of the Military Home Donation Program. I’m proud to be part of a company that continues to create meaningful impact for our military community.

09/26/2025

If you have the time and skills to handle renovations, a fixer-upper could be the path to homeownership for a more affordable price. Find out which states have the most fixer-uppers for sale here:

West Virginia leads the nation for fixer-uppers, with more than 9% of single-family listings in the Mountaineer State in need of some TLC.

09/25/2025

Trying to decide if you should renovate your home or sell it? This article from Realtor.com explores the key signs to look for when making your decision.
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09/24/2025

Questions about when to tip or how much? This article helps break it down.

8 Places You Should Always Tip, According to Etiquette Experts

09/24/2025

Proud to share that Wells Fargo has been recognized by Jobs as one of the top companies for work-life balance in 2025! As someone who gets to experience this culture every day, it’s meaningful to see our commitment to well-being and balance acknowledged. It’s not just about the work we do—it’s about the life we build around it.