Trump’s promise to “ban” large institutional investors from buying more single-family homes renews the debate over whether such a move would be legal — or make much of a dent on affordability. Continue reading
The president’s announcement was made against the backdrop of high inflation, which Trump blamed on former President Biden and Democrats in Congress. Continue reading
The next Fed chair may be more receptive to the president’s calls for rate cuts, but they’ll have to convince other central bank policymakers to give up their independence. Continue reading
A 50-year mortgage may look tempting to a cash-strapped homebuyer, trainer Bernice Ross writes, but the cons far outweigh the easier up-front and monthly payments. Continue reading
This week on The Download, Inman contributors and staffers weigh in on the controversy surrounding President Trump’s 50-year mortgage idea. Continue reading
$3.9 billion in competitive grant funding will favor transitional housing with employment and addiction treatment requirements, and allow faith-based groups to submit bids to provide services. Continue reading
The proposal from Trump is a reminder that the industry must evolve, Darryl Davis writes, but evolution without diligence can lead to structural weakness. Continue reading
The American Enterprise Institute estimates that 64 percent of homes sold by the largest homebuilders provide permanent mortgage rate buydowns, which often don’t count as seller concessions. Continue reading
The Trump administration says it’s also looking at assumable mortgages and “ways to give relief” on 5- and 10-year mortgages, after mortgage and financial planning experts pan 50-year mortgages as a bad deal for homebuyers. Continue reading
AI is changing how social media works and what we can trust. From fake engagement to TikTok’s political limbo and LinkedIn’s slowing growth, staying informed and adaptable is key to protecting your reach, reputation and relevance online. Continue reading