Real Estate News 11/19/2025

Today’s News Synopsis:

In The News:

NAR – “Housing Market Set for a 2026 Comeback, NAR Predicts“ (11-16-25)

“Steady job growth and lower rates could fuel a sales surge ahead. See NAR’s 2026 housing forecast.”

Yahoo Finance – “US Faces Winter Blackout Risks From Data Centers’ Power Needs” (11-19-2025)

“Rising electricity demand from data centers is raising the risk of blackouts across a wide swath of the US during extreme conditions this winter, according to the regulatory body overseeing grid stability.”

Realtor.com – “Out-of-Towners Are Driving Up Rental Demand in These Five Cities—as Prices Fall for the 27th Straight Month” (11-18-25)

“The rise of remote work and surging rents in major metros have pushed priced-out residents to search elsewhere for more budget-friendly housing options, fueling out-of-market demand in 20 cities over the last six years. ”

ScotsmanGuide – “Cash-out refinances boost October mortgage volume“ (11-12–25)

“Secondary market strategies reflect ‘clear strength in execution’: Optimal Blue”

Redfin News – “How a 50-Year Mortgage Would Differ From a 30-Year Mortgage—and What It Would Mean for Homebuyers” (11-14-2025)

“A proposed 50-year mortgage could lower monthly payments, but buyers would pay far more interest over time and build equity far more slowly.”