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Housing market 'struggling for momentum amid global uncertainty'
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How Iran war is affecting 'volatile' UK housing market
The UK housing market is grappling with a significant lack of momentum as persistent global and economic uncertainties continue to dampen home buyer sentiment. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) revealed that while the year…
How to make your offer stand out in a competitive housing market
With the weather finally thawed and kids out of school, spring and summer are the busiest seasons for homebuying. This can mean more options to choose from on the market — but it can also mean more competition. Going through the work of…
Tim Scott defends ban on large investors buying houses against industry criticism
The Washington Examiner spoke to Scott, who authored the legislation with Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), during a Tuesday phone interview. He highlighted President Donald Trump's desire for the ban to be a final legislation. “I can say that…
Tri-State housing market holding steady this spring: What buyers and sellers need to know
CINCINNATI — Jason Kunkel, president-elect of the Realtor Alliance of Greater Cincinnati, says the Tri-State market is holding steady as spring approaches. 'The market is still hot. Inventory is up 25% and average days on the market are…
Housing market struggles for momentum as Iran war looms
The UK housing market is struggling for momentum as uncertainty caused by the Iran war prompts banks to hike mortgage rates and pull deals. New buyer inquiries weakened in February as 26 per cent of property professionals reported a fall in…
Midwest housing markets surge as absorption rate jumps
The fastest-moving housing markets in the country right now aren't in California or Texas — they're in the Midwest. HousingWire Data shows Michigan, Ohio and Illinois leading the nation in housing absorption, with weekly rates above 17% as…
Housing market 'struggling for momentum amid global uncertainty'
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) said that while some surveyors reported a more encouraging start to the year, confidence weakened as concerns over inflation, interest rates and global instability intensified. New buyer inquiries…
Google searches for 'can't sell house' hit all time high
READ MORE: Housing slump spreads across US as prices fall in MOST cities Anxiety in America's housing market has hit an all-time high, according to new data. Google Trends shows searches for 'can't sell house' reached record levels in February -…
What real estate agents need to know about the Spring housing market
The housing market is entering Spring trapped in a whirlwind of economic signals. Labor market data, massive geopolitical tension affecting energy prices and persistent inflation concerns all shape outlooks for housing demand and mortgage rates.
These housing markets face the greatest risk of decline
A new look at the country's most at-risk housing markets finds Florida and California leading all states in the number of counties vulnerable to declines. Florida communities made up 16 out of the 'leading' 50 markets on the list, according to the…
Housing market is poised for growth in 2026 if Iran conflict doesn't raise rates
The housing market is poised for growth in 2026: existing home sales rose in February, purchase application data has been positive year over year every week in 2026 and our weekly Housing Market Tracker shows positive pending sales year over year.
The Gaping Hole in the Housing Market
I've seen several optimistic outlooks for the existing home market over the last couple of years. They have been wrong. The existing home market has remained in a deep recession. Yes, lower mortgage rates will help with affordability, but that is…
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Understanding Discount Houses in Finance
Discount houses are financial institutions that act as money lenders, or serve as intermediaries between commerical lenders and borrowers, trading in various short-term securities and instruments. Mainly located in the U.K., discount houses once…
Bipartisan housing push advances, but Trump-backed investor ban faces resistance
The Senate moved closer Wednesday to advancing a sweeping housing package aimed at boosting affordability, but a Trump-backed provision banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes is emerging as a flashpoint. Lawmakers cleared…
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