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Links in a Chain A s we head toward the spring homebuying season, one of the continuing narratives is the fact that there simply are not enough houses out there to meet demand, resulting in bidding wars and continued elevated home prices. One contributing factor econo- mists continue to discuss are how supply-chain challenges and the lack of skilled labor are further hampering new home construction. In this month's MReport cover story, "When the Shelves Runs Bare," Five Star's Eric Peck takes a closer look at the ripple effects caused by supply chain issues on the housing market, and when we can target a return to the days of a normal supply of housing inventory. Next up, Shashank Shekhar, CEO of InstaMortgage, explores why now is the time to promote minority homeownership and find solutions for the barriers that exist today. You can read all about it in his piece, "Minority Report." "Navigating the Modern Tech Stack" can be a challenge for lenders in today's complex housing market. Leah Lanier, COO of Lenderworks, argues that it's no longer adequate to pick a single mortgage technology and assume your every business need will be met. We also have a piece entitled "Get Smart" from Sean Barry, COO of RentPath. Smart home technology is more important to renters than you might think. Here's what investors and property managers should know. Are we entering "A New Era for Desktop Appraisals"? Jeff Allen, President of proptech startup CubiCasa, writes that the GSEs recent switch to allow for desktop appraisals could usher in "a new area for collateral valuation." Speaking of the GSEs, also be sure to read our exclusive "Expert Insights" interview with Douglas G. Duncan, SVP and Chief Economist for Fannie Mae. He discusses inventory levels, Fed rates, and what we should expect out of the housing market in 2022. Welcome to the March edition of MReport magazine. 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