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How rising mortgage rates are hitting the housing market hard
Rising mortgage rates are lowering the odds of prospective homebuyers entering the market and adding to the tough economic slate for President Trump and the GOP ahead of the midterms. © Seth Wenig, Associated Press The average 30-year fixed…
What's Freezing the U.S. Housing Market?
The annual rate of home sales in the United States recently fell to 3.98 million, its lowest level since June 2025. The stagnant housing market may be because of the country's elevated interest rates, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate…
'Gathering dark clouds' for the property market with 0% growth for house prices
News from the City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. UK house prices stalled in September, with 0% growth on…
UK house prices flatline as rising mortgage costs weigh on market
UK house prices flatlined in September, according to a leading index, as rising mortgage costs started to weigh on the market. The average cost of a home was £298,441, roughly the same as it was a year earlier and in the previous month…
Architects Warn of 'Profound Threat' Looming Over Future of Housing
From the growing impact of climate change to an overreliance on artificial intelligence (AI), architects have shared stark warnings for the future of housing. Their warnings come as this week marked World Architecture Day, observed annually on the…
UK property market warned over 'gathering dark clouds' as house prices stall
House prices across the UK failed to grow in September, an index has found, with prices showing no movement either month on month or compared with a year earlier. The typical home was valued at £298,441 in September, according to the Lloyds…
Rural housing crisis ideas discussed at Conservative conference
South of England political editor The need for affordable housing in rural areas is something every party agrees on. Schools, pubs and shops are closing in villages and younger people are being forced to move out because they cannot buy a home in…
Escape to the Country house hunter issues apology as she bursts into tears
BBC's Richie Anderson told the potential buyer to 'take a breath' as he comforted them. Emotions were at an all-time high during the latest episode of Escape to the Country (October 6) as one house hunter was moved to tears during the property…
Mike Johnson names one of his 'top three' House races
“The entire country is watching what happens in about four districts in Pennsylvania, and this is a top three race in America right now,” Johnson said. “So, you're not just supporting local law enforcement and the 7th District…
UK House Prices Flat in September as Mortgage Rates Weigh
British house prices were unchanged in September as higher mortgage rates and economic uncertainty continued to restrain the UK housing market, according to Lloyds Banking Group. The average UK property price stood at £298,441, little changed…
Spain's government approves new urgent housing measures after unrest in Barcelona
MADRID — Spain's government on Tuesday approved urgent measures on the country's housing crisis, after an outbreak of violence the night before in the coastal city of Barcelona saw tens of thousands taking to the streets. The Barcelona…
White House denies Trump blocked Maryland Governor from major announcement
The White House has rejected Maryland Governor Wes Moore's claim that the Trump administration blocked him from speaking at a major U.S. Navy investment announcement. Moore told reporters he would not speak at the event in Baltimore, despite…
Lawmakers push for more housing options for middle-income families.
Lawmakers have called for more housing options for middle-income families, including reviving Group B Rental Estates and the Tenants Purchase Scheme. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Their call followed comments made by Secretary for Housing Winnie…
KCCI, audit authority collaborate to resume construction of 4,000 public housing units
The audit authority has cleared a key hurdle for six stalled public housing projects totaling nearly 4,000 units after the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) sought a preliminary consultation on behalf of builders struggling with soaring…
Spain's government to approve urgent housing measures after a night of unrest in Barcelona
Spain's government is expected to approve urgent measures on the country's housing crisis on Tuesday, after an outbreak of violence the night before in the coastal city of Barcelona saw tens of thousands taking to the streets. The Barcelona turmoil…
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