U.S. Mortgage Rates Near Three-Month Low in Boost to Demand

Bloomberg News, March 5, 2025-Vince GolleU.S. mortgage rates declined last week to an almost three-month low, sparking lending activity for home refinancing and purchases in a welcome sign for the …

US Lists More Than 400 Federal Buildings for Possible Sale

Voice of America/Reuters, March 4, 2025 President Donald Trump’s administration said on Tuesday it was considering selling some of the U.S. government’s most iconic properties, including the headquarters of the …

Debunking the 20% Down Payment Myth When Buying a Home

Billings (Montana) Gazette podcast, March 3, 2025-Nat CordonaIn this episode of the newspaper’s PennyWise podcast, host Nat Cardona welcomes NerdWallet Senior Writer Holden Lewis to discuss down payments for home …

Here’s How Tariffs Will Hit the U.S. Housing Market

CNBC, Mar 4 2025-Diana OlickLumber, gypsum for drywall and home appliances are expected to be impacted by tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. The new tariffs could increase builder costs …

Inside GSA’s Mass Lease Terminations

Politico, March 3, 2025-Sophia CaiThe Department of Government Efficiency’s elimination of nearly 750 federal land leases is sowing confusion throughout the federal government, potentially shuttering IRS help centers weeks before …