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Introduction to investing in the ‘missing middle’ and workforce housing
Over the last several years investment in the multifamily housing sector has been increasing. In its 2019 Apartment Housing Outlook publication, the National Apartment Association reports that over 40% of…
The 2024 landlord insurance guide you can’t afford to miss
The surest way to derail any real estate business is a failure to protect yourself and your assets. Insurance isn’t the most exciting topic, but if you don’t properly cover…
September rate cut more likely than ever following Powell speech
Ana Teresa Solá of CNBC reports that Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled possible rate cuts during his Jackson Hole speech, a shift that could lower homeowners’ borrowing costs. Mortgage rates,…
Lowest mortgage rates of 2025
Joel Berner of Realtor.com reports that the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed mortgage rate ticked down five basis points to 6.58% this week, the lowest since October. Despite stubborn inflation data,…
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The Top Ohio Rental Property Tax Deductions to Know
Many Ohio property owners are surprised to learn just how much their local tax laws impact their annual returns. For example, certain improvements and even travel expenses related to your…
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Big moves at the Federal Reserve
Corrie Driebusch of the Wall Street Journal reports that the Trump administration is preparing an IPO for mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac later this year, aiming to raise…
90% chance of a rate cut in Sep 2025
Danielle Hale of Realtor.com reports on the July jobs data showing a moderating labor market, with payrolls up a net 73,000 and unemployment edging to 4.2% (after the prior month…
Experts warn we could be entering a construction recession
Logan Mohtashami of HousingWire reports that new home sales have underperformed expectations, with downward revisions to previous data and rising inventory levels, signaling a continued recession in residential construction. Despite…
Housing struggles into Q3 2025
Hugh Cameron of Newsweek reports this week that Moody’s Chief Economist Mark Zandi has issued a “red flare” warning for the housing market, citing it as a potential threat to…
The Top Pennsylvania Rental Property Tax Deductions to Know
Some of Pennsylvania’s tax rules for landlords are different from those in neighboring states and the federal government. It’s fairly common knowledge that you can write off things like repairs…
The Top Illinois Rental Property Tax Deductions to Know
Many investors in Illinois leave money on the table each year simply because they aren’t aware of the deductions available to them. Maybe you’re worried about making a mistake with…
