(Your City/Region) – For many aspiring homeowners and even those looking to move, the summer of 2025 continues to be a period of significant headwinds. Despite some shifts in market dynamics, the dominant narrative remains clear: elevated mortgage rates and stubbornly high home prices are keeping a tight squeeze on affordability across much of the […]
A bold plan to overhaul the U.S. mortgage market is stirring fierce debate. Former President Trump’s proposal to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — the government-sponsored enterprises that back roughly half of U.S. mortgages — could raise borrowing costs significantly, analysts warn.According to housing market experts and Senate Democrats, the move could increase mortgage […]
Homebuilders are feeling the strain. The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index fell to 32 in June, marking the lowest sentiment reading since late 2022. High mortgage rates, elevated material costs, and tariff uncertainty are weighing heavily on the industry. Why Are Builders Feeling the Pressure? “Affordability is the biggest challenge right now,” says Mark Stevens, […]
After a brief return to city living, more Americans are once again packing up and heading for the suburbs. New data from NAR and U.S. Census Bureau shows that suburban migration ticked up 7% in the first half of 2025, reversing some of the post-pandemic urban rebound. What’s Driving the Trend? “People want space — […]
It sounds like the perfect solution: Take empty office buildings gathering dust in city centers and turn them into much-needed housing. But as cities from San Francisco to New York fast-track zoning changes and sweeten incentives, a critical question looms — will these conversions deliver on their promise? In recent months, more than 20 million […]
Global City Skyscrapers Surge in Real Estate Boom As urban populations swell and international investment intensifies, global cities are witnessing a dramatic rise in skyscraper development. From New York to Dubai, high-rise towers are reshaping skylines and redefining the future of real estate. In cities like Shanghai, London, and Singapore, vertical construction is not just […]
