Affordability in Delaware gets a boost from very low property taxes, making it attractive to potential homebuyers. Despite average housing prices, the effective property tax rate is one of the lowest in the country at less than half a percent. This makes Delaware a good option for those looking for a high return on investment.
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Recent signs of easing inflation have opened the door for the Federal Reserve to potentially cut interest rates in the near future. Key inflation indicators, such as the consumer price index, have shown a decline, giving the Fed more room to maneuver. This is good news for consumers who have been experiencing high borrowing costs
The current state of the housing market is vastly different from what we saw just a few years ago. One of the key factors influencing this shift is the 30-year mortgage rate. Home buyers relying on financing options heavily depend on this rate to determine their borrowing costs. While the rate has cooled slightly from
As China gears up for the much-anticipated Third Plenum, analysts are expecting a shift in focus towards areas beyond the real estate market. While the country’s real estate issues loom large, the upcoming policy meeting is anticipated to concentrate on high local government debt levels and a drive for advanced manufacturing. According to Larry Hu,
The Gen Z population is facing challenges in homeownership due to a lack of affordable starter homes. According to a recent report, 22% of Gen Zers believe that the high cost of entry into the housing market is a barrier. In an attempt to overcome this hurdle, many are considering fixer-upper homes as a more
The issue of housing inflation in the United States has been a lingering concern for economists, especially as it has not decreased as quickly as other forms of inflation in the economy. The fact that housing accounts for a significant portion of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), at 36%, makes it a critical factor in
Inflation, which is an important economic indicator in measuring the rate at which prices are changing across the economy, has decreased in June 2024. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 3% in June compared to a year ago, showing a decline from May’s rate of 3.3%. This decrease in inflation has provided some relief
In today’s society, it is becoming increasingly common for young adults, specifically those in Generation Z, to rely on financial assistance from their parents. According to a report from Bank of America, nearly half of Gen Zers between the ages of 18 and 27 depend on their families for financial support. This reliance on their
The recent surge in home prices, accounting for a staggering increase of over 40% from pre-pandemic levels, should theoretically prompt current homeowners to consider refinancing. However, the reality is quite different as the prevailing interest rates have more than doubled since two years ago, making it financially unfavorable for homeowners to pull cash out of
The current state of the housing market is unusual, to say the least. While there is an increase in the supply of newly built homes, there is still a shortage of existing homes for sale. This dynamic has led to a situation where home prices continue to rise, despite the usual trend of prices cooling