Category: Economy
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Trump Paused Tariffs, but Homebuilders Still Face Long-Term Risks
The homebuilding industry, already grappling with rising costs and labor shortages, has been keeping a close watch on President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Homebuilders rely heavily on materials imported from Canada, Mexico, and China—three countries that have been at the center of Trump’s tariff plans. Additionally, the president’s promise of mass deportations raises concerns about…
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January Rent Growth Shows Signs of Stabilization, Yet Remains Below Historical Averages
After experiencing several months of seasonal declines, the apartment rental market witnessed a modest increase in January 2025, indicating potential stabilization. However, this growth continues to lag behind long-term historical trends. By the Numbers: RealPage reports that market-rate apartment rents rose by 0.16% in January 2025, which is slightly below the historical January average of…
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How Tariffs Will Make Everything More Expensive—From Homebuilding to Your Everyday Shopping
Over the weekend, former President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China—a decision that will have a major ripple effect on the economy, real estate development, and even the cost of everyday items. For those of us not in real estate or construction, tariffs might seem like an abstract economic…
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Trump’s Immigration Policies Could Create Major Disruptions for the Next Four Years—What It Means for Real Estate & Construction
As the U.S. enters another four years under President Donald Trump’s administration, immigration policy is once again at the center of political and economic debates. For industries like real estate development and construction, which rely heavily on immigrant labor, the administration’s stance could have serious implications. From ICE crackdowns to visa policy uncertainty, the next…
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9 Things to Watch in Real Estate During Trump’s First 100 Days
Hey friends and family, As you know, I love diving into the details of real estate trends, and with Donald Trump back in the White House, I wanted to share some thoughts on how his early policy decisions might impact the real estate market. These changes could touch everything from construction labor to housing affordability,…
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Q1 2025 Forecast: Apartment Demand Surges as Market Rebalances
As we step into the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. apartment market is positioned for a strong start, building on the momentum of late 2024. Real estate developers and investors should take note of the key trends and data from the fourth quarter of 2024, which indicate a shifting market dynamic and new opportunities…
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Top Housing Markets of 2025: A Guide for Real Estate Developers and Investors
As we navigate through 2025, the real estate landscape is teeming with new opportunities and challenges. Realtor.com’s 2025 Housing Forecast highlights key markets already experiencing robust growth in home sales and prices. These insights provide actionable guidance for developers and investors looking to position themselves strategically this year. Top 10 Housing Markets of 2025 These…
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Midwest Tops US Rent Growth Amid Limited Construction
As national rent growth slowed to just 1% by the end of 2024, the Midwest emerged as a bright spot for real estate investors and developers. Cities like Detroit, Kansas City, Cleveland, and Columbus led the way with above-average rent increases, driven by robust demand and a pullback in new construction activity. These markets are…
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Trump’s Second Term: What It Means for the Market and Real Estate Investors
Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office is already making waves across markets, policy discussions, and even meme culture. After his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States yesterday—held indoors for the first time since 1985 due to the extreme cold—stocks and crypto markets rallied in anticipation of a business-friendly administration. But for…
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Can a New Owner Save TikTok from Its US Ban?
As of January 20, 2025, TikTok’s status in the United States remains in flux. The popular video-sharing app, with over 170 million American users, faced a nationwide ban after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law mandating its parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations by January 19, 2025. Failure to do so resulted…
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