What Is the ‘’Cardboard-Box Indicator’’—Should Investors Pay Attention to It?
According to Charles Schwab's Jeffrey Kleintop, cardboard boxes are a measure of demand and can be used to track the economy. Is he right?
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Anna K. Cottrell
Is the Bilt Rewards Mastercard the Next Big Thing for Investors?
This credit card already rewards renters for paying rent, but there's also a down payment and mortgage program on the way, leading investors to think that this could become a…
Working at Walmart Could Help Make You a Millionaire in Just a Few Years—Here’s How
If you dream of becoming a real estate investor but work at Walmart, you could well be on your way to realizing your dream much sooner than you think. This…
Where Home Prices Grew the Most (and the Least) in 2023
The U.S. as a whole only grew by about 1% last year, but other markets saw huge gains and massive losses. From New York City to Jackson, Mississippi, we analyzed…
New TikTok Trend Says We’re in a “Silent Depression”—Are They Right?
Some TikTokers are arguing that American purchasing power is at even lower levels than it was during the Great Depression. An online battle between Gen Z influencers and highly educated…
Home Sale Profits Drop for First Time in Decades—What Does It Mean, and Where Should Investors Put Their Money Now?
New data from ATTOM shows that the average ROI on home sales dropped last year, albeit slightly. Is this a new trend? Or just a ripple? And where should investors…
Home Prices Continue to Rise, and Detroit Just Beat Miami for the First Time
Home prices have grown year over year through the last several months and show no signs of slowing down. Some markets have more momentum than ever and have emerged as…
Foreclosure Activity Increased in 2023—But What Do the Numbers Mean for Investors?
Foreclosure numbers rose steadily throughout 2023 and increased year-over-year from 2022. Now, as we enter 2024, will those numbers hold up, and what should you make of them?
Buffalo Might Be the Hottest Market of 2024—Should You Invest?
Buffalo's evolving tech hub has a thriving job market and home prices about $100,000 below the national average, making it extremely attractive for investors. Should you invest here?
New Flood Zones Could Skyrocket Housing Costs in the Midwest—Here’s What You Need To Know
Flood zones continue to expand, and now this region of the country is feeling the pressure. Watch out for rising costs in these markets.
5 Ways You Can Get Rich WITHOUT Investing in Real Estate
Investing in real estate can be a great way to generate wealth, but it isn’t for everyone. For one, the term ‘‘passive income’’ really does not describe real estate investing…
Housing Confidence Has Bottomed Out—But Experts Say There’s Light at the End of the Tunnel?
Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index hit all-time lows last year, but now experts say we've turned a corner. Here's what you need to know.
These Markets Are Most (and Least) Vulnerable to Housing Declines
A new report labels several popular areas for investors as most at risk for housing market slumps in the near future. See if your market is on the list.
