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Opinion: The baby boom wave is cresting

Housing Wire

Peak 65 serves as an historic demographic milestone of the new paradigm shift that is changing every aspect of the housing market , finance, retirement planning process and the fragile supply/demand balance of housing inventory for real estate at large. We are living in a watershed moment in history.

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Charter Title forms Hispanic division for Nebraska markets

Housing Wire

And while the new division is initially only being introduced in the Omaha market, the company’s plan is to grow the division into a multi-person effort throughout the company’s many offices in Nebraska. The Urban Institute reported in January that, between 2020 and 2040, there will be 6.9

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How local lenders can support homeownership in today’s housing market

Housing Wire

In today’s challenging market, where rates are rising and home prices remain high, these lenders serve as essential lifelines to crucial loan products. Growing obstacles in 2022’s market. To solve this problem, local lenders are beginning to leverage innovative partnerships and technology to bring new products and channels to market.

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HW+ Member Spotlight: Josh Mettle

Housing Wire

3) Inflation and higher interest rates will likely lead us into the next recession, which contrary to popular belief, can be positive for the housing market due to lower interest rates. HousingWire: What do you think will be the big themes for the housing market in 2022? Josh Mettle: Higher appreciation rates than many are forecasting.

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Driving Toward Vehicle Charging Capabilities for the Home

Will Springer Realtor

EVs are expected to make up a majority of new car sales worldwide by 2040, according to one report. There are many types and brands of EV chargers on the market. There are about 130,000 stations in the U.S. today, including some 4400 in Washington, the sixth-most among the 50 states.

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Washington ADU Laws Aim to Open New Doors to Housing

Will Springer Realtor

With the number of Americans over the age of 65 expected to more than double from 40M today to 81M by 2040, it is paramount that policymakers, home builders and financing entities work to maintain and create housing options that meet the needs of older adults and facilitate aging in place. Designs NW. (I

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