Housing market gradually finding its footing, say surveyors The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said any potential recovery ‘remains fragile’ Evening Standard · Sep 9
Horror warnings about Australia’s ‘collapsing’ housing market are absurd – and very much in bad faith If prices were to take a 10% fall from the March 2026 peak, as CBA has suggested, that would still only mean prices were back where they were at the end of 2024 The Guardian - AU · Sep 9
High-end property hit by steepest price falls as affordable end of Australia’s housing market proves resilient Despite falls in some parts of the market, prices are showing signs of stabilising as investors exit and first-time buyers move in, analysts say The Guardian - AU · Sep 9
7 Signs Mortgage Trouble Is Growing in Your Local Housing Market A housing market can look perfectly normal from the sidewalk while trouble quietly builds underneath it. A few homes sitting longer, some sellers trimming their asking prices, and a handful of foreclosure notices do not automatically spell disaster, but several of those signals appearing together deserve attention. Everybody Loves Your Money · Sep 5
10 States Where New Mortgage Lending Has Changed Mortgage lending looks different in several states after a wave of new laws and regulations changed how lenders can market loans, handle borrower information, and operate in the housing market. The changes do not create a single new mortgage rulebook, either, which means a borrower in one state may encounter… Everybody Loves Your Money · Sep 4
US economic activity rises modestly, inflation pressures persist: Fed Beige Book Recent reports indicate a modest growth in US economic activity alongside slight increases in employment figures. However, moderate price rises have been observed throughout most Federal Reserve districts, with businesses facing higher costs in energy and transportation, which is affecting consumer spending. The housing market remains sluggish, pressured by high… The Economic Times · Sep 3
Big banks unanimous in calling for housing supply boost Big four banks call for collaboration between all levels of government to boost housing supply to address intergenerational home-ownership inequity. AAP · Sep 2
AI boom heats up Bay Area housing market as wealthy buyers drive demand for high-end homes across US Here’s another place the AI frenzy is making itself felt: the market for luxury homes The Independent UK · Sep 2
The $18 Trillion Piggy Bank: American Homeowners Have Never Had This Much Equity American homeowners are sitting on a record $18 trillion in mortgage equity, and that enormous number makes the nation’s housing market look a little like the world’s largest piggy bank. The Intercontinental Exchange reported in August 2026 that mortgage holder equity reached $18 trillion in the second quarter, setting a… Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 31
Why Right Now Is the Worst Time to Sell Your Home, According to 1 Shocking Data Point According to new data, 80% of America's housing markets now favor buyers over sellers. The numbers paint a pretty miserable picture for anyone thinking about placing their homes on the market. Barchart · Aug 29
Max Estates buys 85-acre land in Delhi to build projects, eyes Rs 10,000-12,000 cr revenue Max Estates has successfully acquired 84.71 acres in West Delhi for a whopping Rs 420 crore. This bold move paves the way for future residential and commercial projects, estimated to yield between Rs 10,000 and Rs 12,000 crore in revenue. By entering Delhi's housing market, Max Estates significantly enhances its… The Economic Times · Aug 29
India’s housing market sees structural shift towards premium, luxury homes: CareEdge Ratings India’s housing market is seeing a structural shift towards premium and luxury homes, with affordable housing losing share in new launches. CareEdge Ratings said stronger demand from affluent buyers and rising development costs are driving the shift, even as housing sales moderate in some major cities amid affordability pressures and… The Economic Times · Aug 29
Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed rate hits a three-week high as homebuyer demand weakens Mortgage rates have edged higher, reaching their highest point in three weeks. This increase is adding pressure to the already sluggish U.S. housing market. Total mortgage application volume saw a slight decrease from the previous week. Refinancing applications dropped, and home purchase demand also weakened. Affordability pressures continue to weigh… The Economic Times · Aug 26
Brisbane's Housing Squeeze Ahead of the 2032 Olympics: What Investors Need to Know Brisbane's 2032 Olympics are intensifying an already tight housing market. Here's what investors can learn from Sydney and London and where to look. International Business Times · Aug 26
Kiplinger · Aug 24 The Homebuyers Who Can't Wait: How to Navigate a Difficult Market "Must-move" buyers can successfully navigate the challenges of the housing market by exploring their options for bridging the gap between selling and buying.
The Economic Times · Aug 21 Home sales cool, prices climb: Is India's housing market getting too expensive? India's residential housing market saw sales decline by 6.1% YoY in Q2 2026, while average prices rose 1% QoQ to Rs 10,153 per sq ft. Led by a 26% price surge in Bengaluru, widening cost-sales gaps indicate maturing market dynamics and growing affordability pressures for mid-income buyers.
The Economic Times · Aug 19 US housing market weakens as AI boom drives factory output US housing activity weakened sharply in July, with single-family homebuilding hitting a more than three-and-a-half-year low as high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty weighed on demand. In contrast, factory output rose, supported by strong AI-related investment and demand for high-tech equipment and semiconductor production.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 Priced Out of the U.S. Housing Market? Some Buyers Are Finding Their First Home Abroad Some Americans priced out of the U.S. housing market are buying their first homes overseas. Here’s where they’re looking and the risks to consider.
The Independent UK · Aug 14 The US housing market right now is in favor of buyers All but one of America’s major cities favors homebuyers as supply surges ahead of demand
The Guardian - AU · Aug 14 Lending to property investors falls sharply in ‘tiny’ step towards fairer housing market in Australia, expert says ABS data shows an almost 9% slump in new lending to investors after three interest rate hikes this year
Evening Standard · Aug 12 Housing market struggled to gain momentum in July, say surveyors A combination of geopolitics, the domestic political climate and the cost of mortgage finance are continuing to weigh on sentiment, Rics said
Bangkok Post · Aug 11 Savills pivots as housing market slows The slowing residential market has prompted property consultancy Savills (Thailand) to reposition its business, shifting its focus towards recurring income from property management while resuming overseas marketing of Thai luxury homes after a six-year hiatus.
Evening Standard · Aug 11 Government should cut stamp duty to boost housing market, says Bellway It came as the FTSE 250 firm warned that demand is ‘uncertain’ in the short term.
The Independent UK · Aug 11 UK housebuilder urges Andy Burnham to slash stamp duty to boost housing market Burnham previously vowed his government would oversee the ‘biggest council house building programme since the post-war period’
The Conversation · Aug 11 RBA holds rates steady as the housing market softens. But another hike is still possible The Reserve Bank of Australia has left the cash rate unchanged at 4.35% as it assesses whether the three interest rate rises delivered earlier this year are doing enough to slow the economy and bring inflation back under control.