HOUSING

Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Home Sellers Are Hitting the Pause Button

The housing market is experiencing a shift. More homeowners are deciding to pull their properties off the market. This trend is driven by several factors, including weak buyer demand, softening home prices, and overall economic uncertainty. In September, nearly 85, 000 U. S. sellers took their home

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

DeKalb's Leadership Program Marks Four Decades of Shaping Future Leaders

DeKalb County has a program called Leadership DeKalb. It has been around for 40 years. Every year, it picks 60 people from different jobs. These jobs include business, teaching, government, and more. The goal is to help them become better leaders. The latest group is called the Class of 2026. Some

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Nov 23 2025OPINION

New Jersey's New Leader: Time to Tackle the Wealth Divide

New Jersey's newly elected governor, Mikie Sherrill, has a big task ahead. The state has some serious money problems, and they're not just about taxes or jobs. There's a huge gap between how much white families have and how much Black and Latino families have. This isn't just about numbers; it's abo

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Nov 21 2025LIFESTYLE

Retirement Havens: Where Affordability Meets Adventure

Retirement isn't just about relaxing; it's about exploring new passions and staying active. Many retirees seek places where they can enjoy nature, engage in sports, and live comfortably without breaking the bank. Here are some towns that offer just that. In Kentucky, Lexington stands out with its e

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Nov 20 2025FINANCE

Home Sales Tick Up, But Challenges Remain

The housing market saw a small rise in sales of previously owned homes in October. The numbers went up by 1. 2% from September, reaching about 4. 1 million units annually. This increase is a slight improvement from the previous month and a 1. 7% rise compared to the same time last year. The market

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Nov 19 2025BUSINESS

More Sellers Than Buyers: What's Happening in the U. S. Housing Market?

In October, the U. S. housing market saw a significant shift with more sellers than buyers. This gap, the largest since 2013, means buyers have more choices and can negotiate better deals. However, this situation isn't uniform across the country. The number of buyers dropped by 1. 7%, reaching a lo

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Nov 19 2025BUSINESS

Building Homes Near Train Stations: UK's New Plan

The UK government has a new idea to solve the housing crisis. They want to build 1. 5 million homes by 2029. But it's not looking good. So, they have a plan. They will say "yes" to new homes near train stations. This is if the homes follow some rules. The government thinks this will help build more

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Nov 18 2025BUSINESS

Big Move: Lincoln Property Company Joins Forces with Capstone Development Partners

In a major industry shift, Lincoln Property Company has taken over Capstone Development Partners. This deal brings together two big names in real estate, focusing on student housing and university facilities. Capstone, known for its work with colleges, will now operate under Lincoln's umbrella. This

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Power Play: Inside the Drama of a Trump Ally

Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), has become a polarizing figure in the Trump administration. His efforts to align himself with President Donald Trump have not gone unnoticed, and they have sparked tension among other aides. Pulte's antics, such as using "Ghostbuster

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Nov 17 2025FINANCE

Bill Ackman's Bold Plan for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Bill Ackman, a well-known hedge fund manager, is about to share his new ideas for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He plans to talk about this during an online event. Ackman thinks his plan will help the government get the most out of these companies. He also believes it will keep mortgage rates stable a

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