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Prepare yourself: ‘The U.S. housing market is at the beginning stages of the most significant contraction in activity since 2006’
Source: Market Watch --- The U.S. housing sector is in the midst of the biggest slowdown in over a decade, one economist says. But don’t expect prices to fall back down to earth just yet. “The U.S. housing market is at the beginning stages of the most significant...
8 DIY Disasters That Can Make a Horrible First Impression on Buyers
Source: Realtor --- When touring a home for sale, first impressions are everything—and we’re not just talking about curb appeal. It’s common for sellers to spruce up their house before putting it on the market, and some of these home improvements can include DIY...
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 8-12
This week’s Hits and Misses considers Denver’s affordable housing, the response to Hurricane Beryl and too many empty offices in San Francisco. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 8-12
Indiana Home Sales Down While Prices Rise
There were 8,896 new listings last month, down 7% from May and down 5% from June 2023. Continue Reading Indiana Home Sales Down While Prices Rise
Report: Immigrant Influx Exacerbates British Columbia’s Housing Problems
30,621 housing units were completed in 2023 in the province’s seven Census Metropolitan Areas, a 1% uptick from 2022. Continue Reading Report: Immigrant Influx Exacerbates British Columbia’s Housing Problems
Fair Housing Complaints Reach Record High for Third Straight Year
NFHA added that most of the housing discrimination incidents that occur go unreported. Continue Reading Fair Housing Complaints Reach Record High for Third Straight Year
The Mysterious Buyer of the $135 Million NYC Penthouse is Revealed
The buyer was very familiar with the property. Continue Reading The Mysterious Buyer of the $135 Million NYC Penthouse is Revealed
Finmarc Management Buys Maryland Shopping Center for $30 Million
The property is 95% leased and is anchored by TJ Maxx, Michaels, PetSmart, and Bob’s Discount Furniture. Continue Reading Finmarc Management Buys Maryland Shopping Center for $30 Million
Quebec’s Q2 Home Sales Up 12%
The single-family home median price across Quebec grew by 5% year-over-year to $452,500. Continue Reading Quebec’s Q2 Home Sales Up 12%
HUD, Appraisal Foundation Offer Different Spins on Conciliation Agreement
The Appraisal Foundation called the investigation “a rare secretary-initiated political complaint.” Continue Reading HUD, Appraisal Foundation Offer Different Spins on Conciliation Agreement
Mortgage Rates Slide Away from the 7% Mark
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.89% as of July 11. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Slide Away from the 7% Mark
CFPB Proposes Rule Changes to Help Prevent Foreclosures
The CFPB is accepting input on the proposed changes through Sept. 9. Continue Reading CFPB Proposes Rule Changes to Help Prevent Foreclosures
