Real Estate

Consumer Sentiment Dips Slightly in March

RisMedia Consumer News - March 15, 2024 - 9:20am

While economic signs remain strong and experts have a positive outlook, consumer sentiment saw a slight dip in March. The dip, however, is not any cause for concern, according to experts. Consumer sentiment decreased 0.5% in March, following a 0.8% increase in February and two large leaps back in January and December. “Consumer sentiment moved…

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Renters face a competitive spring market: What to know about 3 kinds of properties you may see

cnbc real estate - March 14, 2024 - 10:14am
If you're considering entering the rental market this year, you might come across different property types available for rent. Here's what to consider.
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Weekly mortgage demand jumps again as interest rates fall just below 7%

cnbc real estate - March 13, 2024 - 11:22am
Mortgage demand surged higher for the second straight week, after the average rate on the 30-year fixed dropped below 7%.
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New York AG questions Trump cash reserves as $464 million judgment looms

cnbc real estate - March 12, 2024 - 11:30am
Donald Trump's finances could be strained by his other legal battles, including an $83.3 million penalty for defaming E. Jean Carroll, AG Letitia James argued.
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Homebuyers need to earn 80% more than in 2020 to afford a house in this market. It's not just due to high mortgage rates

cnbc real estate - March 12, 2024 - 9:54am
While mortgage rates remain elevated for potential homebuyers, factors outside borrowing costs are keeping housing unaffordable for many, experts say.
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Prices Ticked Up in February Overall, Justifying Fed’s Caution on Lowering Rates

RisMedia Consumer News - March 12, 2024 - 9:39am

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.4% in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after rising 0.3% in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on March 12. It marked the biggest increase since last fall. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.2% before seasonal adjustment. After hitting a 40-year…

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Coastal land is sinking, doubling the potential damage from rising seas — here's why

cnbc real estate - March 12, 2024 - 9:10am
A new study shows that coastal communities may be more at risk from sea-level rise than previously thought.
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Biden proposes $10,000 tax breaks for first-time homebuyers, 'starter home' sellers

cnbc real estate - March 8, 2024 - 3:01pm
President Biden has proposed a new first-time homebuyer tax credit.
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Pimco's Sonali Pier lets her 'cautious contrarianism' speak for itself: The bets she's making now

cnbc real estate - March 7, 2024 - 9:39am
Sonali Pier is a portfolio manager at Pimco and leads the firm's Diversified Income Fund.
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Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% as more homes hit the spring market

cnbc real estate - March 6, 2024 - 12:40pm
Mortgage demand surged back last week as the spring season kicked off with still higher mortgage rates.
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Trump's best option to get $540 million for legal judgments could be 'clean' property with private lenders

cnbc real estate - March 5, 2024 - 4:01pm
Donald Trump has just a few weeks to put up more than $454 million in cash or bonds to stave off his collectors while he appeals his New York civil fraud case.
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Tour this $24 million mansion in Delray Beach, Florida, where home prices have doubled

cnbc real estate - March 4, 2024 - 12:29pm
The mansion is located in Stone Creek Ranch, a gated community that's home to billionaire hedge fund manager Steven Cohen and NFL star Khalil Mack.
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The hottest housing markets for the super rich in 2024

cnbc real estate - March 1, 2024 - 3:37pm
One-quarter of the ultrawealthy people in the U.S. plan to buy a home this year, and they're increasingly venturing to the luxury real estate market overseas.
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Britain to lead 2024 European real estate boom as international buyers eye opportunities, research says

cnbc real estate - March 1, 2024 - 12:05am
The U.K. looks poised to lead a European real estate resurgence this year as international investors return capital to the strained property market.
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What Are Seller Credits in Real Estate: the Assistance Buyers Often Need

RisMedia Consumer News - February 29, 2024 - 2:13pm

In real estate transactions, buyers and sellers often negotiate various aspects of the deal. Negotiations can include the purchase price, closing costs and contingencies. One element that frequently arises during these negotiations is referred to as seller concessions or repair credits. These credits can play a significant role in shaping a real estate deal’s final…

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36% of homebuyers and sellers don’t know they can negotiate real estate agent fees. Here’s how to do it

cnbc real estate - February 29, 2024 - 1:10pm
Many homebuyers and sellers don't know they can negotiate real estate agent fees. Of those who try, a majority successfully lowered the fees. Here's how.
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7% interest rates hit weekly mortgage demand hard

cnbc real estate - February 28, 2024 - 6:47am
Higher mortgage rates continue to hit demand from both current homeowners and potential homebuyers.
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Hong Kong property stocks jump after city scraps cooling measures

cnbc real estate - February 28, 2024 - 12:59am
Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced that Hong Kong will scrap all buy-side property tightening measures for residential properties with immediate effect.
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China's Country Garden gets liquidation petition from creditor

cnbc real estate - February 27, 2024 - 11:53pm
Country Garden said it will oppose the petition "vigorously" and seek legal measures to do so. A court hearing will be held May 17.
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Aspiring homeowners say they face two major obstacles to buying. Here's why 20% say it'll 'never' happen

cnbc real estate - February 27, 2024 - 2:43pm
Various factors make homeownership unaffordable for Americans. About half of aspiring homeowners blame two factors that further push away their goal.
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