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What Are the Benefits of a Modular Home?

RisMedia Consumer News - March 25, 2024 - 4:24pm

Built in sections at a factory and assembled on-site, modular homes offer a unique blend of efficiency and customization. Their popularity stems from their ability to provide affordable, durable and sustainable housing options. We will examine the various benefits of modular homes and highlight why they are becoming a preferred choice for many. If you…

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As Trump's $454 million fraud judgment deadline looms, son Eric gripes 'they want to bankrupt him'

Real Estate CNBC - March 25, 2024 - 8:45am
Donald Trump is trying to hold off a massive New York fraud judgment as he seeks to unseat President Joe Biden from the White House in November's election.
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Home price growth is back at pre-pandemic levels. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers

Real Estate CNBC - March 25, 2024 - 8:30am
While price growth is moderating and inventory is improving, overall housing costs remain high, experts say. Here's what to expect.
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China faces ‘fork in the road,’ IMF chief says, urging Beijing to embark on pro-market reforms

Real Estate CNBC - March 25, 2024 - 2:28am
China’s economy can grow far faster if it adopts a comprehensive package of pro-market reforms, according to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
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Judge orders Trump company to tell financial watchdog about efforts to get appeal bonds

Real Estate CNBC - March 21, 2024 - 4:35pm
Donald Trump is trying to avoid paying a $454 million business fraud judgment stemming from a lawsuit by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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Don’t Forget the Basics: How to Market a Home in a Seller’s Market

RisMedia Consumer News - March 21, 2024 - 3:08pm

Selling your home is a significant decision. The right strategies can make the process smoother and more profitable. Even in a seller’s market, you can’t take the basics of selling a home for granted. We will cover critical strategies, including professional photography, online platforms and writing compelling descriptions. We aim for clarity, brevity and effectiveness…

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Weekly mortgage demand drops as interest rates rise again, but Fed announcement will be key for spring market

Real Estate CNBC - March 21, 2024 - 2:42pm
Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the first time in three weeks.
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What a $418 million settlement on home-sale commissions may mean for you

Real Estate CNBC - March 21, 2024 - 12:45pm
The way people buy and sell homes in the U.S. could change this year due to a major class-action lawsuit. Here's what buyers and sellers should keep in mind.
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February home sales spike 9.5%, the largest monthly gain in a year, as supply improves

Real Estate CNBC - March 21, 2024 - 12:40pm
Inventory rose 5.9% year over year to 1.07 million homes for sale at the end of February.
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Don't trust Trump's 'impossible' appeal bond claims, attorney general tells judges

Real Estate CNBC - March 20, 2024 - 4:59pm
Trump's lawyers "supply no documentary evidence that demonstrates precisely what real property they offered," to potential bond insurers, the AG's office wrote.
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The Fed hasn't touched interest rates since July, but they're still moving. What that looks like for credit cards, mortgages and savings accounts

Real Estate CNBC - March 20, 2024 - 2:50pm
As markets look toward potential interest rate cuts in 2024 from the Federal Reserve, these five charts show how rates have fluctuated over the past 12 months.
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The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, with no immediate relief for consumers from sky-high borrowing costs

Real Estate CNBC - March 20, 2024 - 2:25pm
As the Federal Reserve postpones rate cutting, here's what that means for your credit card, mortgage rate, auto loan and savings account.
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Chubb ended Trump fraud bond talks after backing E. Jean Carroll appeal bond, court filing says

Real Estate CNBC - March 20, 2024 - 9:40am
Lawyers for Donald Trump contacted Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, Chubb and many others seeking an appeal bond for Trump's $454 million fraud judgment.
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Biden targets 'rent gouging' landlords as high housing costs factor into 2024 race

Real Estate CNBC - March 19, 2024 - 6:19pm
February's 0.4% rise in consumer prices was driven largely by housing and energy costs.
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Revamping the Mortgage Process for a Fast-Paced World

RisMedia Consumer News - March 19, 2024 - 4:21pm

Above, Guaranteed Rate Senior Production Manager Mike Dye While the mortgage industry has traditionally focused on lenders’ needs and priorities, Guaranteed Rate has flipped the script by putting the interests of customers first.  “In the age of Amazon, society has conditioned us to want quick results. What we have effectively created together is a niche…

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Home prices rose 2.4 times faster than inflation since 1960s, study finds. What that means for homebuyers

Real Estate CNBC - March 19, 2024 - 2:12pm
While inflation is 10 times higher now than 60 years ago, home prices are 24 times more expensive, a new study found. Here's what that means for homebuyers.
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How an AI program can design your dream home in seconds

Real Estate CNBC - March 19, 2024 - 8:00am
Vitruvius has been trained on building codes, building methods and structural engineering.
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Trump can't secure $454 million appeal bond in New York fraud case, his lawyers say

Real Estate CNBC - March 18, 2024 - 4:28pm
Donald Trump is challenging a New York business fraud judgment and defamation verdicts in favor of E. Jean Carroll as he campaigns against President Joe Biden.
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Pros and Cons of Making Home Improvements Before Selling a House

RisMedia Consumer News - March 18, 2024 - 3:46pm

Selling a home is a significant decision involving many considerations. Among these, deciding whether to make improvements before listing the property is paramount. This decision can dramatically influence not only the sale price but also the speed and smoothness of the transaction. Understanding the pros and cons of home improvements before sale is essential for…

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The Federal Reserve may not cut interest rates just yet. Here's what that means for your money

Real Estate CNBC - March 18, 2024 - 2:07pm
The Federal Reserve is not expected to start cutting interest rates just yet. Here's what that means for your wallet.
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