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Transitioning from Daily Updates to Weekly Economic Insights
After 21 years of daily blogging, the focus shifts to a weekly economic newsletter while maintaining a commitment to real estate analysis.
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Key Economic Reports to Watch for the Week of January 12, 2026
This week highlights key economic indicators, including CPI, existing and new home sales, and insights from the latest manufacturing surveys.
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Mortgage Equity Withdrawal Stalls as Homeowners Hold Back in Q3
Mortgage debt remained stable in Q3 2025, indicating a reluctance among homeowners to tap into home equity, reflecting cautious market conditions.
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Household Net Worth Rebounds by $6.1 Trillion in Q3 2025
In Q3 2025, household net worth increased to $181.6 trillion, bolstered by rising corporate equity, despite a decline in real estate values.
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December Home Sales Highlight Trends Amid Historical Lows
December housing market data reveals a slight increase in sales year-over-year, even as total sales remain near historic lows.
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Mortgage Applications Drop in Early January Despite Rate Declines
Mortgage applications fell 9.7% in early January, reflecting seasonal adjustments and shifts in refinancing, even as rates dropped to 6.25%.
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December Light Vehicle Sales Reach 16.0 Million SAAR, Marking Moderate Growth
Light vehicle sales in December hit 16.0 million SAAR, a 1.9% increase from November but down from the previous year, with 2025 showing overall growth.
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