Construction spending in the United States experienced a slight decrease.
U.S. Construction Spending Report The U.S. government is reporting that total construction spending in April, 2025 was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,152.4 billion, down 0.4% from March’s revised number. In addition, April’s estimate is .5% lower than one year ago. Residential construction came in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $892.8 […]
The population of the United States experiences growth in all regions.
Recent Growth Trends in U.S. Cities Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau says cities of all sizes grew on average from 2023 to 2024 with Southern & Western cities experiencing accelerated growth. Across the country, cities with populations fewer than 5k grew by 0.3% on average, compared with average growth rates of 1% for […]
ATTOM Reports Home Vacancy Rate Remains Unchanged
ATTOM Data’s Q2 2025 Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure Report According to ATTOM Data’s Q2 2025 Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure Report, there were nearly 1.4 million residential properties (1,382,480) in the U.S. sitting vacant in Q2, 2025. That figure represents 1.3% of all homes across the nation – roughly the same as Q1. ATTOM […]
Investor demand for condos hits a decade low
Investor Purchases of Condos Decline, Redfin Reports A recent report from Redin reveals that investor purchases of condos have dropped by 3% year over year, marking the lowest level in a decade. This decline is primarily attributed to investors pulling back from the Florida market. The slowing condo market has raised concerns among buyers about […]
It’s time to ride the real estate investing roller coaster today.
Understanding the Roller Coaster of Real Estate By M. Jane Garvey Headlines in the real estate market can be like a roller coaster ride, with fluctuations in rents, prices, and showings. These headlines can create confusion and misinform individuals about the current state of the market. As an investor, it’s important to look beyond the […]
Inheritance Tax and Estate Tax Laws Are Set to Hit Middle Americans Hard
“Inheritance tax” and “estate tax” are commonly used as interchangeable terms. Technically, inheritance taxes are usually state imposed and are paid by the individual who gets property because of the death of another person. The estate tax is what the Federal government charges on assets passed because of the death of a person. Property is valued […]
Foreclosure activity has increased by 13.9% compared to the previous year.
ATTOM’s April 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report According to ATTOM’s April 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, there were a total of 26,033 U.S. properties with foreclosure filings in April. This figure is up 0.4% from March and up 13.9% from a year ago. In addition, lenders repossessed 3,580 properties as REOs in April – up […]
Ep. 57 When one applicant can be a threat to your property.
As rents continue to rise we are seeing an increase in multiple individuals applying to be on the same lease. Rent Perfect’s David Pickron provides expert guidance on how to navigate this situation, especially when one applicant doesn’t meet your rental criteria. Rent Perfect helps landlords onboard tenants with ease from the initial background check […]
Washington State implements rent control measures
Washington State Implements Rent Control Legislation In early May, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson (D) signed a bill into law that will limit annual rent increases (rent control). According to Yahoo News, the measure (HB 1217) caps rent increases at 7% plus inflation or 10% (whichever is lower) and includes single-family homes. The rent for manufactured […]
The Struggle Against Landlords – Current Trends in Real Estate Investment
The War on Landlords From Covid eviction bans to tenant-slanted laws, property owners are under financial siege. Here’s what Trump can do about it. by Steven Malanga Introduction One of the ironies of Donald Trump’s first presidency is that a former real-estate investor and landlord enacted an unprecedented federal eviction ban. In early 2020, as […]