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Home Buying Takes a Chilly Turn in November

December 19, 2025

Buying a home in November was tough. Prices stayed high, mortgage rates didn't budge much, and there were fewer homes on the market. Sales of used homes only went up a tiny bit from October. They were even lower than they were in November last year. About 4. 13 million homes were sold in a year, but

opinion

New Jersey's Housing Hurdle: A Race Against Time

December 17, 2025

New Jersey is facing a tough situation with housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. This isn't just a problem for one group; it's affecting seniors, parents, and young adults all over the state. There's some good news. New Jersey has a strong law to help wi

opinion

Rogers Park: Embracing Change or Resisting Progress?

December 16, 2025

In a recent gathering, Anchorage Assembly Member Erin Baldwin Day engaged with the Rogers Park Community Council to tackle the city's housing crisis. The discussion revolved around easing zoning restrictions to allow more housing options along transit routes like Northern Lights Boulevard. Many att

business

Oregon's Land Development: A Long and Winding Road

December 15, 2025

Oregon's leaders have been talking about making the state more appealing to businesses. But when it comes to land development, the reality is quite different. Take, for example, a recent project that took 25 years to complete. The plan was to build a golf course with hundreds of homes around it. The

business

Will County's Housing Puzzle: Who Gets Left Behind?

December 12, 2025

Will County, known for its many single-family homes, has a problem. Not everyone can find a place that fits their needs or budget. Young adults, like recent college grad Dominic Pelayo, are stuck living with their parents. Why? Because one-bedroom apartments cost between $1, 500 and $1, 800 a month.

opinion

San Diego's Hidden Housing Crisis: The Airbnb Effect

December 11, 2025

San Diego is in a housing crunch. It's not just a small problem. It's a big one. And a big part of it is Airbnbs. Right now, there are 10, 600 homes in San Diego being used as short-term rentals. That's a lot. It's like having a whole other city within San Diego where families can't live. These hom

politics

Franklin the Turtle: A New Face for Government Messages

December 11, 2025

Franklin the Turtle, a beloved character from children's books, has become an unexpected figure in government communications. Recently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) used an image of Franklin to promote a crime hotline. The image showed Franklin on the phone, with police arre

business

Buyers Step Back: UK Housing Market Takes a Breather

December 11, 2025

The UK housing market has hit the brakes. Buyers are taking a step back, and it's not just because of the cold weather. The latest news from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) shows buyer interest has dropped to its lowest point in over two years. This slowdown started after the fi

lifestyle

Is Retiring in Delaware, Ohio, Worth the High Price Tag?

December 10, 2025

Delaware, Ohio, might seem like a dream retirement spot with its cozy small-town vibe and easy access to Columbus. But before packing your bags, consider this: living here won't come cheap. The median home price in Delaware County is a whopping $419, 500, which is way higher than Ohio's average. Why

business

Burry's Big Bet on Fannie and Freddie

December 9, 2025

Michael Burry, the investor who made a name for himself by predicting the 2008 housing market crash, is now betting big on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He thinks these two companies could see a significant rise in value if they go public again. In a recent post on his Substack newsletter, Burry shar