Tag: Politics
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The Number of Homes for Sale Reaches Highest Level Since 2019—Even in Pandemic ‘Boomtowns’
In the dynamic world of real estate, change is the only constant. The pandemic sent the market into overdrive, but higher mortgage rates had slowed the pace—until now. The number of homes for sale has surged, reaching the highest levels since 2019, even in the pandemic ‘boomtowns.’ Market Surge: Key Insights According to Realtor.com®’s senior…
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Millennials: The Generation Shaping Relocation Decisions Through Political Views
A recent survey by Realtor.com® highlights a compelling trend: millennials are increasingly allowing political considerations to influence their decisions about where to live. According to the findings, one-third of millennials (33%) view national politics as a significant factor in their relocation choices—outpacing all other age groups, including Gen Z (25%), Gen X (21%), and baby…
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New Era for Real Estate Investors: Navigating the Fed’s Latest Moves
This week, the Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut has set the stage for a new monetary era, sparking both excitement and uncertainty among investors. As bond traders anticipated a larger reduction, two-year Treasury yields dropped to a two-year low of 3.5%, down from 5% in April.. This shift has revived risk appetite in the equity market,…
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San Francisco’s Rent Control Expansion: A Game Changer for Real Estate Investors and Developers?
San Francisco is on the brink of a significant shift in its housing market. The city is poised to extend rent control to thousands more renters, contingent on the outcome of California’s Proposition 33 this November. Sweeping Changes on the Horizon Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin has introduced an ordinance to expand rent control…
