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In split vote, Fed policymakers snub Trump, leave rates unchanged

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With job market stable and economy chugging along, futures market investors now think the odds of a September rate cut are less than even. Continue reading →

Trump orders boost in US timber production, foreign lumber probe

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President Donald Trump on Saturday signed an order aimed at increasing U.S. timber production and launched an investigation into the risks that foreign lumber imports pose to national security. Continue reading →

Homebuilders anxiously await details on Canada, Mexico tariffs

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Bond market investors who fund most mortgages didn’t panic Friday over reports that the U.S. will impose tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico on Saturday, but details remain sketchy. Continue reading →

While banks pull out, investment funds double down on real estate

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Multiple funds told Reuters they planned to increase their credit exposure to property as banks back off from commercial real estate. Continue reading →

Tighter federal regulations coming to luxury real estate market soon

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The U.S. Treasury Department is poised to enact expanded reporting measures on luxury home sales, putting an end to anonymous purchases that have enabled oligarchs, terrorists and others. Continue reading →

Plot of land trades hands for record-breaking $2.4M. Oh, and it’s virtual

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The 6,000-square-foot tract of digital real estate will someday be home to a fashion outpost and event venue — in virtual reality, at least. Continue reading →

Supernatural stairway found on Zillow sends social media aflutter

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Known as “witches stairs,” a type of staircase sometimes seen in old New England homes, has been making the rounds on social media. Continue reading →