Research Subscriptions and Services
Accurate Information to Make Great Decisions
Our research process ensures that our clients and consultants have the most current and accurate information possible to make great decisions quickly. Every month, we collect just about every data element possible on the local market, survey local executives, speak with our consultants who are out in the field, and publish our analysis of the local economy and housing market in all of the major Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs). Our clients and consultants carefully vet our research conclusions, comparing them to what they are seeing in the market, and in turn enhance our analysis every month. We have also developed a number of proprietary indices, surveys, and models that deliver a unique view on specific housing industry dynamics.
Clients in an ongoing, retainer-based relationship have access to our published research, client services, and exclusive events.
Flagship Subscriptions
Every month, we analyze and forecast the housing market at the metro, regional, and national levels to provide you with the information you need for a competitive edge. All of our reports are delivered via email with a short summary, and posted on our website for access 24/7. Based on their needs, clients receive a unique combination of our reports to get the answers they need and gain insight based on their business.
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Burns Metro Analysis and ForecastMonthly Distribution Learn More |
Burns Regional Analysis and ForecastMonthly Distribution Learn More |
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Burns Home Builder Analysis and ForecastMonthly Distribution Learn More |
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Burns Single-Family Rental Analysis and ForecastQuarterly Distribution Learn More |
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Burns Building Product Industry Analysis and ForecastQuarterly Distribution Learn More |
Additional Reports
The US Housing Analysis and Forecast, Builder Survey, Real Estate Agent Survey, Public Builder Earnings Summary, and Residential Land Survey come with each research subscription.
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Burns US Housing Analysis and ForecastMonthly Distribution Learn More |
Burns National Builder Survey: Housing from the Front LinesMonthly Distribution Learn More |
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Burns Real Estate Agent Survey
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Burns Fix and Flip Survey
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Burns Public Builder Earnings SummaryQuarterly Distribution Learn More |
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Burns Residential Land SurveyQuarterly Distribution |
Burns Interactive Dashboards
Each flagship subscription comes with exclusive access to Burns Interactive Dashboards.
Burns Interactive Dashboards
Burns Interactive Dashboards provides an exciting new way to access our industry-leading research. This interactive platform enables you to quickly gain new insights to make more timely and informed decisions. You will be able to:
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Exclusive Proprietary Survey Reports
The following survey reports are only included with certain flagship subscriptions.
Single-Family Rental Survey
Quarterly Distribution The National Rental Home Council (NRHC) and John Burns Real Estate Consulting have partnered on the Single-Family Rental Survey, a first-of-its-kind resource that will serve as the definitive gauge of professionally managed single-family rental industry conditions. The Single-Family Rental Market Index (SFRMI), which is based on surveys of the owner-operators of more than 200k single-family rental homes, will be released quarterly, so it will always reflect the latest perspectives from within the industry on the state of the SFR market. The Single-Family Rental Survey is exclusive to clients who subscribe to the Burns Single-Family Rental Analysis and Forecast. Learn More |
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Kitchen and Bath Market Index
Quarterly Distribution National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and John Burns Real Estate Consulting have partnered on the Kitchen and Bath Market Index (KBMI), a barometer of the business health of the industry. This quarterly industry index gauges the economic pulse of the kitchen and bath market, examining current conditions and future expectations in the industry. It also monitors issues and challenges industry professionals are facing in their businesses. The KBMI surveys and analyzes the sentiments of designers, manufacturers, retailers and building/construction firms who are members of the NKBA. The KBMI is exclusive to clients who subscribe to the Burns Building Product Industry Analysis and Forecast. Learn More |
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US Remodeler Index
Quarterly Distribution Created by Qualified Remodeler magazine and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, the US Remodeler Index (USRI) measures remodeler sentiment for current activities, future or near-term activities, as well as consumer demand or ‘hotness.’ The USRI benchmarks current industry growth, near-term project demand and is an independent, frontline view into market trends, shifts, constraints and underlying drivers of professional home repairs and remodels. The USRI is derived from surveys of presidents, owners and managers of 346 remodeling firms in all U.S. 50 states. The USRI is exclusive to clients who subscribe to the Burns Building Product Industry Analysis and Forecast. Learn More |
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Structural Building Components Survey
Quarterly Distribution Our quarterly survey in partnership with the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) is intended to take the pulse of the components manufacturing and framing contractor industries. The survey features the Structural Building Components Index (SBCI), an index that measures the health of the structural building components industry in the United States. The Structural Building Components Survey is exclusive to clients who subscribe to the Burns Building Product Industry Analysis and Forecast. Learn More |
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The DIY MeterQuarterly Distribution Family Handyman and John Burns Real Estate Consulting have collaborated to design a new survey-based activity gauge for the do-it-yourself (DIY) segment of the US residential repair and remodeling market: The DIY Meter. The DIY Meter serves as an important resource for building product or material manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers who seek to understand their customers’ needs, wants, motivations, and tipping points at a deeper level. Our executive-oriented report delivers an independent, full-color view of the project, design, and spending trends that drive a significant portion of total demand within the US repair and remodeling industry. The DIY Meter is exclusive to clients who subscribe to the Burns Building Product Industry Analysis and Forecast. Learn More |
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Specialized Reports
We offer specialized reports for an additional cost.
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Customized ConsultingOur leadership can help executives make more informed decisions on issues including market feasibility, land and company valuation, demographic drivers, home and community design, and effective marketing. Learn More |
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New Home Trends Institute Monthly Trend ReportsMonthly trend reports will inform you about the latest research-driven findings on consumer behavior and housing pain points, straight from the consumer’s mouth. Surveys of builders, architects, designers, and purchasing managers will provide insight into the trends of the future from the professional’s perspective. Learn More |
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DesignLens Monthly Editions
Monthly publication and online library of photo tours recognizing outstanding new home, community, and historical design. Learn More |
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Burns Apartment Analysis and ForecastWe designed this report for executives interested in how apartments and for-sale homes interact at the metro level. This wide-ranging quarterly report includes an economic outlook for the multifamily market, and analysis of the interplay between housing and apartment market dynamics and demographics. We include apartment rent forecasts, and rankings of top apartment REITs based on the health of their local markets. Learn More |
Ongoing Insights
Research Clients receive access to our ongoing insight, including:
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Client Services and Exclusive Events
We embrace client interaction because we love learning from and interacting with our clients. We have a service-oriented culture and respond quickly to requests for data, phone calls, or management presentations. Included in our Research subscriptions are introductions to those in our network, so clients can learn from each other and do business together.