Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential)

Mortgage Rates Climb to Highest Level Since July 2025

The New York Times – Business:
Higher costs for home loans have put a squeeze on the housing market, adding pressure to consumers already struggling with elevated inflation.
In Northern Italy, Two Old Homes Reimagined by One Designer

The New York Times – T Magazine:
With both her apartment in Brescia, Italy — a repurposed rectory — and country house near Lake Iseo, Paola Moretti sought to bring out the buildings’ souls.
California Lawmakers Pass Plug-In Solar Bill

The New York Times – Business:
Legislatures in nearly a dozen states have voted to legalize use of the technology, which can help homeowners reduce their rising electricity costs.
Gen Z Is Building Wealth By Investing Instead of Buying Homes

The New York Times – Business:
When it comes to building wealth, Gen Z is more focused on investment apps and their retirement accounts than they are in building equity in a home.
Why Porsche, Bentley and Other Car Brands Entered Miami’s Condo Market

The New York Times – Business:
Pagani, Bentley, Aston Martin and other high-end automakers are teaming up with residential developers, solidifying the city as having the most branded residences associated with car brands in the nation.
Ted Decker, CEO of Home Depot, Is Taking Medical Leave

The New York Times – Business:
Ted Decker is expected to return in a few months, and two executives have been appointed to oversee his duties in the interim.
Consumer Debt Data Shows ‘Overall’ Health Amid Persisting Divides

The New York Times – Business:
Homeowners with low fixed-rate mortgages lead a resilient picture of the economy. But many consumers are frustrated with declining real wages and other loans.
Homeowners tight on cash are tapping into their homes’ equity.

The New York Times – Business:
As Credit Card Debt Mounts, Home Becomes a Piggy Bank

The New York Times – Business:
A rise in home equity to record levels has led many Americans to refinance their mortgages to pay their bills.
The Ultra-Rich Are Moving to Miami, and Want Their Money Managers There, Too

The New York Times – Business:
Tax incentives, among other benefits, have drawn the ultrawealthy to the city. And they need space for the firms that manage their money.
Leaving Property to Your Heirs Can Lead to Headache, not Robust Wealth

The New York Times – Business:
Real estate passed down without a clear title of ownership can prevent families from creating generational wealth.
Plug-In Solar Panels Are Starting to Sprout in U.S. Backyards

The New York Times – Business:
Ten U.S. states have legalized systems that can be plugged into standard wall outlets. The technology typically does not require permits or electricians.