Fed keeps rates unchanged, gives little signal of next move

Fed keeps rates unchanged, gives little signal of next move By Christopher Rugaber The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday after last month’s increase, seeking more economic data as inflation remains above its 2% target. The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesd

Older home sellers face trade-offs in quick sales

Older home sellers face trade-offs in quick sales Research links lower returns among older home sellers to property condition and sales methods, highlighting trade-offs in quick or private deals. The typical home seller was 64 in the National Association of Realtors’ 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and

Treasury proposes rules for large home investors

Treasury proposes rules for large home investors By Amy Connolly Treasury proposed rules outlining exceptions to federal limits on large investors’ home purchases. The law’s restrictions begin Jan. 7, 2027. New federal limits on large investors’ single-family home purchases are approaching, and the

Florida home permits fall 21% in September

Florida home permits fall 21% in September By Amy Connolly Tampa led construction activity, while Polk, Pasco and Duval counties posted gains even as permit counts declined across all five regions tracked by HBW. Florida recorded 6,184 new residential permits in September, with declines across five