Home prices are poised to jump another 5% this year as the market is even tighter than it was in 2023, economist says

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House with American flag and 'for sale' sign, low angle view - stock photo

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I was a renter. Then I bought my house from my landlord for $210,000.

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Dom Guerra was renting a two-bedroom home in Ohio until it bought it himself.

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The housing shortage is getting no help from aging baby boomers

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Visiting older family members once a month could help them live longer.

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A record 550 cities now have average home values above $1 million

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If you want a preview of China's economic collapse, just look at Japan

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Japan's recent success stems from a decadeslong effort to reboot the economy. That will be nearly impossible for Beijing to re-create.

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Japan's long-comatose economy is finally showing proof of life.

The housing market is thawing as an increasing number of 'mortgage lock' homes go up for sale, JPMorgan says

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Fitch Ratings found that homes in 91% of US metro areas were overvalued in the third quarter.
Fitch Ratings found that homes in 91% of US metro areas were overvalued in the third quarter.

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Home prices will 'go through the roof' as soon as rates come down a single percentage point, 'Shark Tank' investor Barbara Corcoran says

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Puerto Rican tax breaks are luring wealthy newcomers. A millennial says that's bad news for members of her generation with dreams of careers and homeownership.

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The median price for houses in San Juan, Puerto Rico is nearly $1 million.

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What everyone's getting wrong about the housing market

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While it may be uncomfortable right now, there's a good chance that homebuyers' prospects won't get better anytime soon.

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New Yorkers who make six figures won't save as much moving to Texas and Florida anymore

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The savings that come from moving to some lower-tax states are dwindling as the cost of living there increases.

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