Housing Wire

OCTOBER 5, 2024

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 0.50% on Sept. 18 and mortgage rates and bond yields headed higher. But, we have to remember that mortgage rates had already made an almost 2% move lower since the highs of 2023 without rate cuts, as the bond market always gets ahead of the Fed. Since the Fed rate cut, we’ve also seen significant economic data lines beat estimates: housing starts, retail sales, industrial production, GDP and labor data all came in better than expected.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Christie's Real Estate gains KY team; The Agency adds office, launches mortgage business; BHGRE nabs Louisiana affiliate; SFAR president joins Redfin; more.

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Inman

OCTOBER 5, 2024

As the trade group's chief legal officer exits, the National Association of Realtors prepares to evaluate its legal exposure and develop a litigation strategy. Is it too little too late?

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Brownstoner

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Crown Heights Limestone With Mantels, Stained Glass Asks $2.5 Million This limestone in Crown Heights offers some period details as well as the opportunity for a new owner to make some style upgrades. Details inside the early 20th century two-family include mantels, stained glass, wainscoting, pocket doors, and wood floors. -- Park Slope… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner: Design on View at the Brooklyn Heights Showhouse appeared first on Brownstoner.

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OCTOBER 5, 2024

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Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Money talks, but interest rates scream. As we peer into the economic crystal ball for 2025 and 2026, one number stands out: the Federal Funds Rate. This key benchmark set by the Federal Reserve shapes everything from your mortgage to your savings account. So what's in store? Let's dive into the latest Fed Funds Rate forecast and what it means for your wallet.

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OCTOBER 5, 2024

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OCTOBER 5, 2024

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BAM Media

OCTOBER 5, 2024

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Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Let's talk about something that's on a lot of people's minds: higher mortgage rates and whether they've completely killed the housing market's buzz. Have rising rates finally slowed down the crazy housing demand we've seen? It's more complicated than a simple yes or no, so let's dive in. Have Higher Mortgage Rates Already Reversed Housing Demand? The Ups and Downs of Mortgage Rates Remember the wild ride of interest rates last year?

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Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Are today's mortgage rates heading up or down? It's a question on everyone's mind, and the answer, as you might expect, isn't a simple yes or no. Are Mortgage Rates Going Up Again: Trends for Oct 4-5, 2024 Think of mortgage rates like a rollercoaster. They’re constantly moving, influenced by a bunch of things. The biggest player? The Federal Reserve (the Fed).

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Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 5, 2024

What if a billionaire investor made a bold prediction that the entire stock market could crash if a specific political candidate wins the upcoming election? This is the alarming warning from John Paulson, an influential hedge fund manager known for his strategic investments and unique viewpoints. Paulson's prediction centers on his belief that if Kamala Harris is elected in 2024, her economic policies could lead us to a turbulent financial storm.

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