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Introduction to investing in the ‘missing middle’ and workforce housing
Over the last several years investment in the multifamily housing sector has been increasing. In its 2019 Apartment Housing Outlook publication, the National Apartment Association reports that over 40% of…
The 2024 landlord insurance guide you can’t afford to miss
The surest way to derail any real estate business is a failure to protect yourself and your assets. Insurance isn’t the most exciting topic, but if you don’t properly cover…
Trump victory and the impact on housing
Suzanne Blake of Newsweek discusses the impact of a forthcoming Trump Presidency on housing, highlighting that it could have mixed effects. With Republicans securing the presidency and likely a majority…
Fed to cut rates in November 2024 amidst slowing inflation
Christopher Rugaber of ABC News reported earlier this week that the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter-point tomorrow, following a previous cut in September, as…
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Harris-Trump election impact on housing
Apartment List released its monthly National Rent Report, showing that the national median rent decreased by 0.7% in October to $1,394 as the rental market entered its slower season. This…
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How to write an inspection notice to tenants (free template)
While regular inspections are crucial for maintaining your property, the rules and etiquette around scheduling inspections with your tenants can be murky. You need a notice that protects your rights…
Home sales are flat despite lowering interest rates
Dana Anderson of Redfin reports on pending home sales, which jumped 3.2% year-over-year, the largest increase since 2021, driven by a dip in mortgage rates in late September. However, rising…
The remodeling market takes a dip in Q3 2024
Jeff Cox on CNBC reports on last week’s inflation data, highlighting that the U.S. inflation rate rose to 2.4% in September, slightly exceeding expectations. Core inflation (excluding food and energy)…
VP candidates debate housing
Jeff Cox of CNBC reports on the latest jobs numbers, highlighting that the U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September, significantly surpassing expectations and reflecting a strong labor market as…
Lower inflation points to more rate cuts before end of 2024
Christopher Rugaber of AP News reports that the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge shows a continued easing of price pressures, with inflation rising just 0.1% from July to August and…
Rate cut aftermath 2024
According to Max Zahn of ABC News, following the Federal Reserve’s half-point interest rate cut, the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average soared to record highs, signaling investor optimism…
