Realtor.com has released its annual forecast for the hottest housing markets in the U.S. for 2024, blending projected price growth and sales activity to pinpoint metro areas expected to outperform. Among them, the Midwest and South dominate the list due to their affordability and appeal to younger buyers. Toledo, Ohio, topped the rankings, with average…
Arizona’s rental market shows slower rent growth and rising vacancies but remains balanced with strong demand and opportunities for savvy investors.
Arizona real estate benefits from steady demand, cooling inflation, stable rates, and strong employment, offering cautious investment opportunities in 2024.
Many people are frustrated that policymakers appear more focused on funding high-profile projects like ballrooms and convention centers rather than addressing urgent economic concerns such as inflation. Critics argue that when the cost of living is rising rapidly, government attention and resources should be directed toward policies that actually ease financial pressure on households. In…
Wanting to know the true value of a home, a Yahoo Finance reporter turned to ChatGPT for advice on how much to pay for a house in Phoenix, Arizona. By inputting data like average prices, mortgage rates, and local market trends, ChatGPT produced a step-by-step plan for making an informed offer, including important factors such…
The U.S. housing market continues to show resilience even as affordability challenges persist. According to recent data from real estate brokerage Redfin, the number of major metro areas with year-over-year home price declines dropped slightly from 110 in April 2023 to 105 this year. This shift highlights a subtle cooling of the widespread post-pandemic price…
Arizona’s real estate shows stable prices, tight inventory, and a slight sales rebound, offering cautious opportunities for investors.
Mortgage interest rates remain a critical focus ahead of the Federal Reserve’s October meeting. While the Fed doesn’t directly set mortgage rates, its decisions on the federal funds rate have a significant influence on long-term lending products like mortgages. In recent months, as inflation pressures persist and the economy shows resilience, financial markets have speculated…
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**U.S. Inflation Slows in September** U.S. inflation reached 3% in September, according to new data released by the Labor Department. This increase is lower than many economists had predicted, signaling that price hikes are easing after months of steep increases affecting food, gas, and housing. While the rate is still above the Federal Reserve’s 2%…