Real Estate

Buying a condo with a mortgage may soon get more complicated. Here's why

New policies that apply to mortgages for condos take effect Aug. 3, and some experts are sounding the alarm that buyers may see delays or denials.

Fed holds rates steady: What it means for credit cards, savings accounts, mortgages and auto loans

The Fed's benchmark affects many of the interest rates consumers see every day, including those tied to mortgages, credit cards, car loans and savings accounts.

Housing and healthcare need less red tape to lower costs, Colorado's Hickenlooper tells CNBC

Housing and healthcare need big policy changes as voters raise concerns about affordability, Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo., tells CNBC.

Why bond investors are pushing up some of your interest rates

Many types of consumer loans such as mortgages peg their interest rate to the yield on 10-year Treasury bonds, which has been moving higher.

South Korea's president invokes dramatic Japan realty crash to push domestic property agenda

Lee was highlighting the country's excessive investment in real estate, and highlighted that Japan's housing market "burst like a balloon."

Mortgage rates are rising again, but homebuyers are seeing some advantages

Mortgage rates last week rose to the highest level since last August, but homebuyer demand climbed as well, as buyers see more supply.

Property taxes are poised for major midterm elections ballot battles across many U.S. states

Americans will have a rare opportunity to use votes to directly shape tax policy with 26 ballot measures on taxation across 13 states set for midterm elections.

Wall Street is selling more rental homes, as buying ban takes effect

The largest landlords are all net sellers year to date, with 3,180 more homes sold than bought since Jan. 1.

Housing costs is the top political issue for young voters, CNBC survey finds

The cost of housing is the top priority for voters ages 18 to 34, besting food and healthcare cost concerns, the CNBC All-America Economic Survey found.

Homebuyer affordability slipped for fifth straight month, real estate index shows

With both home prices and mortgage rates climbing since earlier this year, affording a home has become harder, according to a housing affordability index.

Here's why the housing market is hurting so much this summer

Mortgage rates are high, home prices at record levels, and consumers stressed — all contributing to a drop in existing home sales and builder sentiment.

Mortgage rates rise to highest level in nearly a year, causing homebuyers to pause

Mortgage rates moved higher last week, causing buyers to pull back, but refinancing did see small gains.

New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers

While the legislation is aimed at least partly at addressing affordability, experts say the benefits of the measure will take time to show up in the market.

These are America's 10 cheapest states for 2026, where you can still beat inflation 

These are America's cheapest states to live in for 2026, where residents can still beat inflation.

These are America's 10 most expensive states for 2026, where inflation is punishing residents

These 10 U.S. states are the most expensive places to live in America in 2026, with inflation punishing residents to an extreme degree.

Trump says he won't sign housing bill, which would become law automatically

Congress passed the housing bill in June with strong bipartisan support amid concerns of rising home prices and institutional investors affecting the market.

June home sales disappoint as prices reach an all-time high

Home sales dropped in June month over month as mortgage rates remain stubbornly high. Prices hit an all-time high.

Weekly mortgage demand drops as rates remain stuck in a narrow range

Mortgage rates barely moved last week and haven't moved much in more than a month. That is resulting in lackluster mortgage demand.

Far more real estate agents now report seeing a balanced market, CNBC Housing Market Survey finds

Agents who reported at least one price cut to active listings dropped dramatically from prior surveys.

Manhattan luxury real estate sales hold firm despite fears of a 'Mamdani effect'

A month after the passage of a tax on second homes in New York City, brokers and analysts said sales of luxury real estate remain strong.

5 takeaways from President Donald Trump's interview with CNBC

The president defended his family's business and said he feels bad that the presidency creates a conflict of interest in any of his children's investments.

Brookfield wants to build AI data centers in London’s answer to Wall Street

Brookfield's CEO said the firm is bringing data centers to London's Canary Wharf, as demand for AI infrastructure in the U.K. soars.

Demand for riskier mortgages drops, as their advantages shrink

The spread between the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and adjustable-rate loans is narrowing, causing demand for ARMs to weaken.

Trump cancels signing of bipartisan housing bill ahead of tense meeting with GOP senators

President Donald Trump abruptly canceled the signing of a bill aimed at increasing housing affordability an hour before he was due at the Capitol for the ceremony.

House passes affordable housing bill, sends it to Trump's desk

The House on Tuesday gave final passage to a bill aimed at lowering costs for homebuyers and reining in private equity.

Progressive Brad Lander’s surging bid for Congress splinters Democrats' labor union alliance

Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., is fighting for his political life in a race with Brad Lander, who is backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt.

Senate advances housing bill to limit private equity purchases of single-family homes

The House is also expected to advance a sprawling housing package this week that's aimed at creating more supply and making homes more affordable.

Homeowners tapped $47 billion in equity in the first quarter. What to consider before you borrow

While high home values mean homeowners are sitting on an estimated $11 trillion in equity, it should not be viewed as free money, experts say.

Jim Cramer says next week's economic data will drive the markets

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said next week’s lighter earnings calendar will put the focus on key economic data.

Nearly 80% of data center capacity is at elevated risk to climate hazards like flooding and fire, study says

The vast majority of data centers globally face either acute risk from climate change events or chronic risk from ongoing climate issues like extreme heat.

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