Renters and Landlords in Today’s Rental Market
Here’s some positive news for renters, though it may not be as encouraging for landlords: rental prices in the United States have continued to decline, marking the 15th consecutive month….
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HOME SELLING CHALLENGES: Navigating the Current Housing Market
Understanding the current state of the housing market is essential for homeowners and potential sellers who are concerned about why their properties may not be selling as expected. Recent surveys….
Forecast for the 10-year Treasury yield
The U.S. Treasury market is poised for significant developments in the coming months, according to insights from T. Rowe Price, a prominent investment management firm. Arif Husain, the chief investment….
Current US Housing Market Analysis
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE The US housing market is currently experiencing a significant low inventory of homes for sale, but beware of a lot of misinformation and disinformation being distributed through the traditional channels and social….
Mortgage Forbearance Rates Up: Natural Disasters
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported an increase in mortgage forbearance rates to 0.27% as of July 31, 2024, from 0.23% the previous month, primarily due to recent natural disasters…..
Climate Change and Insurance Costs
Climate change is causing insurance premiums to rise, as insurers face increasing costs from natural disasters. Many homeowners are underinsured, and state-backed insurers of last resort are struggling to keep….
National Grid Scams
National Grid warns of scammers posing as company reps, using tactics like phone calls and emails to demand immediate payment for fake overdue bills or offer fraudulent discounts. Customers should….
Military Rental Scams
Being aware of rental scams is crucial when searching for a new place to live. Military personnel are at special risk because many are frequently relocated to completely new locations,….
Residential Real Estate Cash Buyers
Residential Real Estate Investor Cash Purchases plummeted to a mere 64% in Q1 of 2024, a stark contrast to the cash-flashing frenzy of late 2021 when 69.7% of investors whipped….