- China's real estate uncertainties persist, fueling market anxiety
Swings in China's real estate stocks and bonds are keeping investors on edge, and could cause troubles in the sector to spill into the economy, says S&P.
- German central bank warns of overblown property prices with the problem spreading
Germany's central bank warned Thursday about overvaluation in the housing market, calling it a "specific vulnerability."
- Shares of Chinese real estate developer Kaisa pop 20% after debt restructuring plan
Chinese real estate developer Kaisa announced plans for paying back investors, alleviating concerns about one company in the struggling property sector.
- Tour this Florida mansion near the Everglades that could break a real estate record
The residence at 3030 Meadow Lane is about half the size of the previous record-setting mansion, but its owners are asking double the price.
- Unusual holiday home-buying surge pushes mortgage demand higher
An unusual fall surge in home buying is driving mortgage demand higher, even as interest rates rise.
- With rising inflation and a hot housing market, here’s what you need to know about buying a home right now
Higher consumer prices means less money left over for a new home. Yet real estate is known as a hedge against inflation.
- After hard times for renters, cities and states pass dozens of new protections
Over the last two years, states and cities have passed dozens of renter-friendly laws, ushering in what advocates say may be a less precarious period.
- Home sales rose in October as investors rushed into the market
Home sales rose in October compared with September, as a larger share of investors moved into the market.
- China sets stage for easier monetary policy as central bank deletes language from new report
China's central bank deleted several phrases in a quarterly report on monetary policy, a move that economists said signals a shift toward more stimulus.
- Hong Kong's Hang Seng to remove Evergrande from its China Enterprises index
The index provider did not provide a reason for the decision to remove Evergrande from the 50-stock China Enterprises index.
- Evergrande default is highly likely, S&P says
Highly indebted developer China Evergrande will likely default because the company has essentially lost its main business, S&P Global Ratings analysts said.
- Why billionaire Jeff Vinik is “taking the over” on workers going back to the office
Jeff Vinik is overseeing a $3.5 billion development in downtown Tampa that is betting on workers returning to offices, something he said he's bullish on.
- Evergrande shares slip after deal to raise $273 million in a business sale
China Evergrande is set to raise about $273 million by selling its remaining shares in film production and streaming company HengTen Networks, a filing said.
- Mortgage refinance demand continues its free fall, as interest rates rise again
Mortgage rates moved higher again last week, causing a drop in refinance demand.
- Rent for single-family homes surged 10% in September, boosted by pricey for-sale market and job growth
Rents for single-family homes are soaring, as a pricey for-sale market keeps more potential buyers in rentals.
- Homebuilder confidence surges past expectations, as buyer demand remains high
Builder sentiment rose to the highest level since May, as demand surges
- Experts offer crucial money advice college graduates need to hear but never get
It's never too early to start working with a financial advisor, say experts who specialize in teaching college graduates how to handle life's financial hurdles.
- Ending a marriage? Don't get divorced from financial reality in the process
Sound financial planning may be the last thing on your mind when your marriage ends — particularly if it ends in conflict — but it may never be more valuable.
- New mortgage refinance programs from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are expanding to reach more homeowners
Both government-sponsored enterprises have increased the income cap to qualify for the programs, as well as loosened other restrictions.
- Renters are still protected from eviction in these states and cities
The national eviction ban has lapsed, but New York, New Jersey and New Mexico have their own moratoriums. Many cities continue to curb the proceedings as well.
- Manhattan's luxury real estate market is setting records. Here's what $50 million can buy
With weeks to go, the previous records have been smashed for both for the number of deals priced above $4 million, and the total deal value.
- Borrowers rush to refinance, as mortgage rates drop for a second week
Mortgage rates are now at the lowest level in nearly two months, and refinance demand is coming back.
- How to stay competitive using a VA loan in a sizzling housing market
In a hot housing market, military families with VA loans are struggling to buy homes. Here’s how to compete, according to real estate experts.
- China's property market could see more pain, even as Evergrande crisis seems to be abating
Worries about Chinese real estate developers' high debt levels rattled investors despite signs Evergrande was making progress on resolving its problems.
- Only 28% of New York office workers are back in the office
A new survey suggests that remote work will endure long after January and reduce the demand for office space in New York.
- Home prices are now rising much faster than incomes, studies show
During the pandemic, home prices shot up while household income fell, creating an affordability crisis.
- Fed says China's real estate troubles could spill over to the U.S.
The Federal Reserve warned in its latest financial stability report of how stress in China's real estate industry could affect the U.S. financial system.
- Men tend to have higher total credit limits than female borrowers, research finds
Women earn less money than men due to the gender wage gap. Now, research finds that they may also get less credit.
- China's property market debt could weigh on the country for years, economist George Magnus warns
The debt problems of China's property sector are likely to cause a period of stagnation, according to economist George Magnus.
- Healthy buildings can help stop Covid-19 spread and boost worker productivity
Companies should be paying closer attention to how indoor air quality can help prevent the spread of Covid-19 and improve employees' cognitive function.
