Survey: Gen X, Millennials still lean on parents
new survey finds financial independence is taking longer for many adults, including millennials and Gen Xers, as housing costs, student debt and everyday expenses continue to strain budgets.
Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing
On Friday. July 10, President Donald Trump let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing.
Fed minutes: Officials deeply divided over future path of U.S. inflation
Federal Reserve minutes show officials remain split on where rates should go next, with some worried inflation will stay high because of the Iran war, AI-related costs and consumer expectations. The Fed kept rates unchanged in June, but policymakers were divided on whether to raise, hold or lower rates by year-end.
Hurricane season now envisioned ‘well below normal’
Storm forecasters have further downgraded predictions a little more than a month into the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which has so far produced a single named tropical system.
Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate rises to 6.49%
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate drew closer this week to 6.5%, Freddie Mac reported, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.
Report: LGBTQ+ Gen Z buyers may face longer path to ownership
A new LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance report says family financial support, down payment savings and discrimination concerns may shape when some young adults are ready to buy. For Realtors, the survey offers a reminder to start financing conversations early and connect customers with trusted resources.
Future homebuyers cite prices, payments as top barriers
Americans who plan to buy a home in the next five years say affordability concerns are keeping them from purchasing now, according to a new survey. High prices, monthly payment worries, mortgage rates and down payment costs were among the top barriers.
Help buyers look beyond rates
Mortgage rates matter, but they are not the only number shaping affordability. Real estate professionals can help buyers review seller concessions, buydowns, loan options, down payment programs and home choices that may make a purchase work now.
Affordability drives buyers toward suburbs, outer-ring communities
Monthly payment considerations, rather than lifestyle preferences, are pushing more home buyers toward suburbs, small towns and exurban areas, Inman reported.
Realtors dive into ‘Clean Up Florida Waters’
Realtors® and volunteers across Florida are making waves this July as part of Florida Realtors®’ annual Clean Up Florida Waters effort, a statewide project that helps remove trash from beaches, lakes, rivers and other waterways.