In This Article This year, real estate investors and homeowners alike are closely watching high mortgage rates, yet many may not fully understand the mortgage spread—the difference between the 30-year fixed mortgage rate and the 10-year Treasury rate. This spread plays a significant role in determining borrowing costs and can impact investment strategies, making it
In This Article There’s a high-stakes battle unfolding in the world of real estate, and while much of it is happening behind closed doors, its impact may soon hit the wallets of real estate investors nationwide. This week, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) convened in Washington, D.C., to discuss what might seem like an
In This Article Interest rates remain stubbornly high, and recent market activity suggests they may stay that way longer than many investors had hoped. For individual investors—especially those investing in real estate through their self-directed IRAs—and for build-to-rent (BTR) builders looking to sell portfolios, these sustained higher rates are more than just an economic statistic.
In This Article The principles of economics laid out in Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations continue to shape how we think about housing markets today. His discussions on rent, land value, and housing costs provide timeless insights that real estate investors can use to navigate today’s dynamic market. With the median national rent $2,270
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