According to Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI), consumer confidence in the housing market increased in September, reaching its highest level in two years with an index score of 73.9. In September, 42% of consumers anticipated that mortgage rates would decline over the next 12... more
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The City of Long Beach has announced an exciting new pilot program aimed at making it easier for homeowners to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on their property. The program offers 30-year loan financing with a 0% interest rate, providing up to $250,000 to cover the costs of building an ADU.... more
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On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve made a significant move by cutting interest rates by half a percentage point. This marks the first rate cut in four years, and the decision follows a period when rates reached their highest level in 23 years and signals a pivotal moment as inflation shows signs of... more
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California homeowners are facing yet another steep insurance rate hike as Allstate, the state’s sixth-largest insurer, has received approval from the California Department of Insurance to raise rates by 34.1% in wildfire-prone areas. This increase will affect around 350,000 policyholders and will... more
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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller confirmed that he will support an interest rate cut at the upcoming central bank policy meeting, scheduled to take place in less than two weeks. In remarks prepared for the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, Waller expressed openness to a more... more
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The real estate landscape is undergoing a significant shift as new commission rules take effect, stemming from the National Association of REALTORS®’ $418 million settlement announced earlier this year. This change is poised to alter the experience of buying or selling a home, particularly in... more
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As part of its plan to reduce housing costs, The Biden Administration is urging Congress to pass legislation penalizing corporate landlords for increasing rents above certain levels. The administration is proposing a rent cap for corporate landlords, limiting rent increases to no more than 5%.... more
California's insurance landscape is facing yet another challenge as State Farm, the largest home insurer in the state, seeks approval for a substantial rate increase. In a recent filing with the California Department of Insurance, State Farm requested permission to hike rates for various insurance... more
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