Treasury yields stayed in a fairly tight range, and volatility continued to calm down.

Markets liked the combo: the 10‑year held near 4.14%, reflecting stronger demand without inflation pressure — a recipe for quiet rates and range‑bound MBS.For the Fed, this cocktail argues for patience.

Building Permits — a forward-looking signal — also slipped.Why this matters for real estate:The market still needs more supplyBuilders can’t turn inventory on overnightIf mortgage rates ease further, demand could rebound faster than supplyThat combination puts upward pressure on prices, not downwardWhat This Means Going ForwardCooling labor data keeps rate relief on the tableSlower construction limits future inventoryBuyer demand may rebound faster than expected once rates moveWaiting for “perfect” conditions could mean more competition later in 2026What to Watch This WeekA busy data stretch ahead:Tuesday: Consumer inflation, New Home SalesWednesday: Wholesale inflation, Existing Home Sales, Retail SalesThursday: Weekly Jobless ClaimsThese reports will help shape expectations for rates in Q1.Technical SnapshotMortgage bonds rallied late last week after news that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were directed to purchase $200B in mortgage bonds, setting a new trading range.Bond support: 100.12Resistance: 100.8410-year Treasury: rangebound, capped near 4.20%

Folsom used to at Out Of Bounds Brewing, but I think that the organizers don't host that one any longer.

The average is in the 1-2% range of value in Chicago.

I am not going to say 100% accurate, but it's already leaps and bounds better in quality then what you'd get from an average BP forum 

I'm real-estate investors from Israel, looking to purchase my first investment property in Cleveland Ohio, for buy and hold.I would love to connect with local real estate agents, investors, and property managers who can provide recommendations for good Cleveland neighbourhoods and suburbs to look in my price range of $100K - $150KIn addition to buying my first property, I'm interested in continuing to invest and collaborate with local real estate professionals and renovations contractor in Cleveland.If you have experience working with out-of-state or international investors, I'd love to connect!

I am considering buying a 4 bed /3 bath second home/STR investment property in the 800K range with a rate of 4.5%, and considering a 5-to-10-year hold.

* What ARV ranges are you seeing after renovation?

I'm thinking in the 150k range.