Nestled on the border of Utah and Arizona, Lake Powell stands as a striking example of the region’s natural beauty, with its deep blue waters winding between dramatic red rock cliffs. This area has become a scenic destination for boaters, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts, who are drawn to its unique landscape and recreational opportunities. Housing…
Mattamy Homes has secured approval to develop a large-scale housing community in Buckeye, Arizona, that will eventually include more than 500,000 homes. The company plans to build the new development across approximately 37,000 acres west of Phoenix, incorporating a mix of housing types alongside public parks, trails, schools, and commercial zones. The long-term project will…
Arizona’s real estate market shows stable prices, rising inventory, slower sales, and growing rental demand, offering both risks and opportunities.
Mortgage interest rates have shown slight movement, with the average 30-year fixed rate currently around 7.24%, reflecting a modest increase from earlier this month. Rates for 15-year fixed mortgages hover near 6.67%, while 30-year jumbo loans remain slightly lower at about 7.20%. Fluctuations in rates are influenced by broader economic indicators, including inflation data and…
Arizona real estate sees rapid tech adoption via AI, blockchain, and new platforms enhancing investment, management, and market insights.
**PCE Inflation Rises in August** New data shows that the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation, rose in August. Core PCE, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, increased 0.1% from the prior month and 3.9% over the past year. This marks a continued slowing in inflation’s…
Mortgage interest rates have remained relatively stable this week, following a period of sharp fluctuations earlier this year. As of today, the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage holds steady just above 7%, while 15-year fixed rates are slightly lower, hovering around 6.5%. Market watchers are closely monitoring inflation data and Federal Reserve signals…
**South Korea’s Inflation Slows in May** South Korea saw its inflation rate slow in May, for the first time in three months. According to data from Statistics Korea, consumer prices rose 2.7 percent on-year in May, compared with a 2.9 percent increase in April. Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also rose…
New home sales in the United States posted a notable increase, reflecting growing confidence among buyers despite higher mortgage rates and affordability challenges. The latest figures show that lower inventory in the resale market is pushing more people toward new construction homes, and homebuilders are responding by offering incentives and discounts to attract buyers. Analysts…
Hundreds of people who bought tickets for a Phoenix home raffle are expressing frustration after learning they will not be receiving refunds. The raffle, organized by a company called United Way Sweepstakes, promised participants the chance to win a multimillion-dollar home. However, after failing to sell the required number of tickets, the raffle was abruptly…