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Cooling inflation in February brings hope that Fed rate hikes are over

Housing Wire

The year-over-year increase can be attributed to large annual jumps in the indexes for transportation services (+10.2%), energy services (+13.3%), and food (+9.5%). Transportation services jumped 1.1% Consumer prices fell in energy commodities (-1.4%), gasoline (-2%) and used cars and trucks (-13.6%). Meanwhile, the CPI increased 0.4%

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Investors turn their eyes to affordable housing opportunities

Housing Wire

The public and policymakers appear to be unflagging in their understanding and support for workforce housing, especially for essential workers, recognizing its pivotal role in community operations, said Brian Coffee, senior director for community investment capital for Synovus Bank in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Deciding on Your Starter Home: 5 Key Factors to Consider

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Consider proximity to work, schools, amenities, and public transportation. Beyond the purchase price, factor in additional expenses like property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and utilities. Opting for a home with growth potential can safeguard your investment and provide flexibility for future upgrades or relocation.

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Opinion: Fannie Mae’s title insurance pilot program overreaches

Housing Wire

Unfortunately, one of the proposals the President mentioned in the SOTU was to revive a previously discredited and shelved pilot program that would waive the requirement for lender’s title insurance on certain refinances by Fannie Mae. By law it is not an insurer nor is it capitalized or regulated to do this. million in claims.

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4 Effective Steps to Find Commercial Rental Properties for Sale

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate investing is a big decision. Fortunately, commercial rental properties for sale typically offer a great return on investment over the long haul. Visit your local Chamber of Commerce, or find local commercial real estate groups and associations, commercial property investment groups, or local BNI chapters.

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

This is a crucial first step and will give you the clearest picture of where you can afford to invest. Tip 4: Tap into Transportation. If you think you’ve found a great area that passes all of the aforementioned criteria, now it’s time to look into transportation. 14 Reasons to Invest in Commercial Real Estate in Columbus, Ohio.

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How to Retire: A Guide for Real Estate Appraisers

McKissock

To figure out how much money you will have to retire on, combine that with your investment income and retirement savings accounts. Needs” will include housing, food, supplemental medical insurance, and transportation, among other items. (If Here are some “don’ts” that you can easily avoid: Don’t invest your emotions.