Tag: real estate investing
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Top 10 Cities Where Homes Sell for the Most Below the Asking Price
Most homebuyers know that the price they see on real estate listings is more a fervent hope than a steadfast number etched in stone. So how much more—or less—than the asking price should buyers offer? For starters, that depends on timing. During the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for homes was so strong that offers over the…
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U.S. Apartment Market: Stability Amidst Subtle Shifts
The U.S. apartment market continues to showcase remarkable stability, with occupancy rates holding steady at 94.1% for August 2024. This marks the 10th consecutive month where occupancy has fluctuated by no more than 10 basis points (bps) in either direction. The minuscule difference between July (94.16%) and August (94.13%) underscores this stability, as the 0-bps…
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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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Fed Slashes Rates Aggressively: What It Means for Mortgages
In a bold move, the Federal Reserve has issued its first interest rate cut in four years, initiating an easing cycle that promises to make new mortgages more affordable. This significant policy shift, announced on Wednesday, saw a half-point reduction in the central bank’s benchmark rate, bringing it down to approximately 4.8% from a two-decade…
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Amazon’s Bold Move: Mandating Five Days in the Office
Amazon has announced a significant shift in its remote work policy, requiring its 350,000+ corporate employees to return to the office five days a week starting in January. This move sets Amazon apart from its more flexible peers and has sparked considerable internal debate. The Return to Office (RTO) Policy In May, Amazon had already…
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Split Decision: The Fed’s Interest Rate Cut and Its Implications
Today, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve as it prepares to make its first interest-rate cut in four years. While the decision to cut rates seems almost certain, the real debate centers on the extent of the cut. This highly anticipated move has sparked intense discussions among economists, traders, and political analysts alike. 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…
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Multifamily Market Awaits Impact of September Rate Cut
As we move into September, the multifamily market is on the edge of its seat, eagerly anticipating the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates. August saw a steady performance in the sector, but the potential rate cut brings a mix of hope and caution. Key Highlights: Regional Insights: Looking Ahead:The upcoming rate cut decision…
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Rising Wages and Stable Rents Boost Apartment Affordability
U.S. apartment affordability is on the rise as stable rents and increased wage growth create a more favorable rental market. In August, U.S. apartment rents saw a modest 0.9% year-over-year increase, the largest in 18 months, while a surge in multifamily construction has kept rents relatively stable. Key Takeaways By the Numbers According to a Redfin…
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America’s Hottest Housing Market: Manchester, NH, Tops the List for a Record 29th Time
Despite high interest rates slowing down the U.S. housing market, two regions are defying the trend: the Northeast and Midwest. These areas have consistently appeared in the top 20 of Realtor.com’s Hottest Housing Markets list for the past 11 months. Northeast and Midwest Lead the Way Demand in these regions remains robust, with views per…
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