Is there any word, either official or baseless rumor, as to how CofU plans to implement housing and how far in the future that might be? For my money (and I'll be happy to contribute whenever financial support is asked for) I'd like to see housing as the next major feature. I'm deliriously happy with the game as it plays right now, but I would be even deliriouser if I could have a house to kick back in and store my stuff in.
Not sure yet. But you could always check here to see what's coming next! It's milestones for issues and updates