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Fed is likely to hold interest rates steady, resisting Trump pressure. Here’s what that means for borrowers
From mortgage rates to auto loans and credit cards, here’s a look at how the upcoming January Fed decision may affect your finances.
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Why a niche category of CRE lending is suddenly seeing record deals
C-PACE stands for commercial property assessed clean energy and is a type of financing that differs from a traditional bank loan. It's seeing explosive growth.
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Flex office firm Industrious is seeing major growth. Here's what's driving it
In 2025, Industrious increased its global footprint by 58%, now with more than 250 units open in over 100 cities.
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Fed Governor Lisa Cook seems safe from Trump firing after Supreme Court arguments
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell planned to attend the oral arguments at the Supreme Court.
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Trump says inflation was 'defeated.' Some economists disagree
President Donald Trump said the U.S. "defeated" inflation and reined in consumer prices over the past year. Federal data suggests otherwise.
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Trump floats idea to extend business tax break to homeowners
President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzlerland, floated the idea of allowing depreciation for personal residences.
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Pending home sales drop sharply in December, dampening 2026 outlook
There were just 1.18 million homes on the market in December, down 9% from November, and matching the lowest inventory level of 2025.
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Mortgage refinances surged again, but rates are now suddenly jumping higher
Mortgage refinancing jumped sharply higher for the second straight week, as interest rates fell further, but that boom may be about to bust.
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Democrat Khanna refloats bill to block investors from buying up homes after Trump proposal
President Donald Trump is cultivating an affordability agenda as he and Republicans sink in the polls.
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Can Home Depot's AI-powered push to court pros move the needle in its own business?
Home Depot's latest suite of AI-powered products is aimed at boosting pro sales.
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Commercial real estate deal-making slows again in November
The multifamily sector saw the majority of November deals, recording 20 transactions, followed by office with 11 and industrial with eight.
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Existing home sales end 2025 with a strong beat, as prices ease further
Home sales ended 2025 much stronger than expected, likely thanks to lower mortgage rates and easing home prices.
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Mortgage refinance demand surges 40% higher after Trump post briefly tanks interest rates
Mortgage rates dropped markedly at the end of last week, causing a huge jump in demand to refinance and a smaller surge in demand from homebuyers.
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Data center REIT CEO says real estate ‘not in an oversupply state’
Andy Power, CEO of Digital Realty says data center real estate is not oversupplied as hyperscalers like Nvidia, Amazon, Google and Meta announce more projects.
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Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in nearly 3 years as Trump orders buying of $200 billion in mortgage bonds
President Donald Trump posted on social media Thursday that he is instructing mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds.
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Trump orders mortgage bond purchases to lower rates. These stocks are jumping in response
Analysts are now weighing the actual impact for consumers and what the move means for lending stocks.
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Trump says he's instructing his 'Representatives' to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, claiming it will lower rates
President Donald Trump said he is "instructing my Representatives" to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds.
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Hopes rise for Chinese property support ahead of key March meeting
Ahead of a major policy meeting, China may be reassessing its approach after a flagship journal urged more forceful property measures.
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Real estate agents say the housing market is starting to balance out
The latest housing survey shows agents slightly more optimistic about the new year, and shows a previously strong buyer's market becoming more balanced.
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Mortgage demand drops nearly 10% to end 2025, despite lower interest rates
The Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index reported a 9.7% decline in total mortgage applications despite decreased mortgage rates.
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