Sun.Aug 03, 2025

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How much lower can mortgage rates go after Friday’s jobs report?

Housing Wire

Mortgage rates fell 0.18% last week, breaking below the key threshold of 6.64%. Why is this important? Because in the last three years, when mortgage rates fell from 6.64% to 6%, housing demand has improved. Now the question is: can rates go lower? 10-year yield and mortgage rates In my 2025 forecast, I anticipated the following ranges: Mortgage rates between 5.75% and 7.25% The 10-year yield fluctuates between 3.80% and 4.70% The 10-year yield has fluctuated between approximately 4.79% and 3.87

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Triangles, Crescents, Slivers: Can Odd-Shaped Lots Help Ease the Housing Crisis?

Seattle Times Real Estate

Over the past year, the nation’s 250 largest cities, including Seattle, have made 257 significant zoning changes to clear the path for denser development.

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Trigger lead ban bill advances to Trump’s desk

Housing Wire

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act (H.R. 2808) passed through the U.S. Senate with unanimous consent and without amendments late Saturday. The legislation gained approval from the U.S. House of Representatives earlier in June. The legislation is designed to enact a national prohibition on the misuse of trigger leads. Under this act, companies are prohibited from making credit offers unless the consumer has provided explicit consent or the offer is from their existing mortgage originator, serv

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Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Greenpoint Rental, a Park Slope Wood Frame

Brownstoner

This week, the most popular real estate listings on Brownstoner include a semi-detached house in Marine Park, a row house in East Flatbush, and a brownstone in Park Slope. Bay Ridge was popular with readers again this week, with other listings scattered around the borough. The least expensive property on the… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Greenpoint Rental, a Park Slope Wood Frame appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Home Prices in the United States Are Predicted to Fall by 2% in 2025

Marco Santarelli

Are you thinking about buying a home soon? Or maybe you're a current homeowner wondering what the future holds? You're not alone! Based on the latest forecasts, including data from Zillow, home prices in the United States are predicted to fall by 2% in 2025. While it's not a huge drop, it's enough to make people sit up and pay attention. I get it because understanding the housing market is essential, whether you're buying, selling, or just curious.

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Today’s Mortgage Rates August 3, 2025: Rates Dip Almost Across the Board

Marco Santarelli

On August 3, 2025, mortgage rates today reveal a slight drop in the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate to 6.67%, down 19 basis points from last week’s 6.86%, according to Zillow’s latest data. Meanwhile, 15-year fixed mortgage rates edged up slightly to 5.77%, and 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) rates nudged higher by 1 basis point to 7.18%.

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Eliminating Capital-Gains Tax?

BubbleInfo

The MTG bill submitted to the House of Representatives sounds like a good way to spur listings and sales in the popular higher-end areas where appreciation has climbed significantly – like California. But if it doesn’t pass, then we’re all standing around waiting for nothing. What could be in the way?

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Most Vulnerable Housing Markets With BIG Price Declines on the Horizon

Marco Santarelli

For many of us, owning a home isn't just about having a roof over our heads; it's a significant investment and a cornerstone of our financial future. That's why the question on everyone's mind, especially in today's shifting economic climate, is: Where are housing prices most vulnerable to significant drops? Based on recent data and expert analysis, several housing markets are showing signs of potential double-digit price declines in the coming year, presenting both challenges and opportuniti

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5 Things to Do While Bored at Your Open House

BAM Media

Number one might be the most valuable thing you do all quarter. So…take action 👀 Sharran Srivatsaa and Andrew Undem are hosting a Bulletproof Pricing Strategy Masterclass on Tuesday, August 5 at 3:00 EST. They are going to break down the secrets around how to package, present and implement pricing strategies that help clients win in today’s market.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Interest Rates Predictions for September 2025: Will the Fed Cut Rates?

Marco Santarelli

As we look ahead to the Federal Reserve's meeting on September 16-17, 2025, everyone's asking the same question: Will the Fed cut interest rates? Considering the fluctuating economic data, I believe it's likely the Fed will cut rates by 0.25% at the September meeting. However, the final decision will depend on key data points released before the meeting.

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Happy Long Weekend!

Toronto Realty Blog

The timing of Civic Holiday really messed up my calendar for this week! Wednesday or Thursday, whenever I get the TRREB stats, we'll meet back here for a new post and look at the July data.