Real Estate

Germany’s housebuilding sector has gone from bad to worse in recent months as it is in a "confidence crisis," one CEO says.

Sales of previously owned homes rose in January, boosted by lower mortgage interest rates of November and December.

Donald Trump plans to fight the massive fine he received in his New York business fraud case. But first, he has to secure a bond — and that might not be easy.

While both housing and rent prices have outpaced wage growth in most areas, renting can be less expensive in most markets.

While homeownership is a path to build wealth, a mortgage payment and other housing-related expenses can cause financial strain.

Applications for a mortgage to purchase a home fell 10% last week as interest rates surged to the highest level since early December.

Mortgage servicer Guaranteed Rate is expanding its Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac-backed mortgage products. The company cites this move as demonstrating its “proven commitment to supporting housing affordability.” The HomeReady (offered by Fannie Mae) and Home Possible (administered by Freddie Mac) mortgage grant programs offer a $2,500 non-repayable grant. The grants are part of a…

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While Black women in the U.S. are outpacing Black men as homebuyers, buying still isn't easy. Here are a few hurdles that affect homeownership for Black women.

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Earnings season was not perfect for our industrial-focused portfolio companies, but we're feeling pretty good about their prospects.

The fraud trial ruling comes as Donald Trump seeks the Republican presidential nomination, setting up a likely rematch with President Joe Biden.

The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage jumped to 7.14%, according to Mortgage News Daily. That is the highest level in two months.

Consumers’ feelings continue to thaw toward the economy this winter, according to the latest data from the University of Michigan. Consumer sentiment grew an astounding 0.8% in February, following a 13.1% leap in January and a sharp increase in December. “The fact that sentiment lost no ground this month suggests that consumers continue to feel…

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Renters and homeowners are beginning to factor climate risks into moving decisions. Yet, affordability remains the deciding factor.

The adage “location, location, location” continues regarding real estate. The location remains paramount despite the myriad factors contributing to a property’s market value—including size, condition and features. We will examine how the geographical positioning of a property significantly influences its desirability and, consequently, its market value. From the impact of school districts and crime rates…

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In today’s consumer-driven society, purchasing new or used appliances is a common dilemma. While brand-new appliances come with the allure of the latest technology and warranties, buying used appliances has advantages and disadvantages. We will examine the pros and cons of buying used appliances. Our guidance will help you decide based on your unique needs…

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Although we’re in the midst of a market correction, the future of the housing market is still up in the air—with many questions centering around first-time homebuyers.  While there are still individuals embarking on the journey of first-time homeownership, it’s less than what we’ve seen in the past. Recent data from the National Association of…

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Mortgage rates are rising sharply again, causing mortgage demand to drop.

While homeownership remains out of reach for many Black people in the U.S., there are two things buyers should do to increase their chances.

Maybank Investment's fengshui report for 2024 takes a look at which sectors will outperform and which will face headwinds in the Year of the Dragon