The Politics of Housing
Wednesday, February 24
The Bedrock Asset That Was Residential property is our single largest asset and mortgage debt, when paid, constitutes the largest financial assets in most economies. The great American housing boom caused home prices to outpace rental growth. A historic first. It seems clear that ...
REITs: Where Are The Good Deals
Thursday, February 18
Real-estate investment trusts sold $24 billion in new stock last year, raising to profit from commercial-property distress by picking up high-quality real estate at bargain prices. But they are having trouble finding deals. Tishman Spier, recently handed the keys back to the banks. Peter C...
Commercial Property: Money Becoming Available
Thursday, February 18
Lenders may be beginning to open up as they see some signs of an economy that is stabilizing. Data released by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) notes commercial and multifamily mortgage originations rose 12% in the fourth quarter year over year. Loan originations in the fourth quar...
Green Home Trends
Tuesday, February 16
The key to mainstreaming green homes is to make sure that consumers understand the value of green upgrades — how cost-effective energy efficiency can be in the long run. Consumers want homes that are environmentally friendly and home values should reflect the increased savings. Better Homes ...
Home Price Trends: 2010
Tuesday, February 16
Mortgage Rates: Peeking Into The FutureFollow the ten year bondWhen bond yields drop, so do mortgage rates. Conversely, when yields rise, so go mortgage rates. In mid-December,the 10-year bond yield was just over 2%, The 10-year bond yield fell now stands at 3.57%. Afraid that rapidly r...