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Today’s News Synopsis: A 50-year loan could save buyers about $233 per month, but experts warn it means slower equity growth and higher lifetime interest costs. In The News:   CNBC – “Trump proposes 50-year mortgage, but some say homeowner savings would be minimal“ (11-10-25) “President Donald Trump floated the idea of a 50-year mortgage […]

Today’s News Synopsis: NAR Releases 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and SellersThis year’s report highlights who’s managing to break into a housing market still challenged by high prices and low inventory. In The News:   NAR – “Top 10 Takeaways from NAR’s 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers“ (11-03-25) “The National Association of REALTORS®

    I SURVIVED REAL ESTATE 2025 The Norris Group Presents: The 18th Annual I Survived Real Estate – LIVE at the Nixon Presidential Library The Norris Group’s award-winning black-tie gala, I Survived Real Estate, returns for its 18th year.  Since 2008, I Survived Real Estate has supported Make-A-Wish OC & IE—and thanks to your generosity, we’ve

Today’s News Synopsis: The typical first-time buyer is now 40 years old, and first-timers make up just 21% of the market — both record highs, according to the latest NAR data. In The News:   NAR – “First-Time Home Buyer Share Falls to Historic Low of 21%, Median Age Rises to 40“ (11-04-25) “The share

Today’s News Synopsis: With record-high home equity of $48T, older owners are holding homes longer, pushing the average first-time buyer age to 38. But as boomers downsize, younger generations could soon see more opportunities. In The News:   Scotsmanguide – “Housing supply shortage awaits ‘generational relay’“ (11-03-25) “Aging homeowners hold the key for unlocking supply-side

Today’s News Synopsis: With bipartisan support, the Senate passed a resolution overturning the 50% tariff on Brazilian goods imposed earlier this year. In The News:   NAHB – “Senate Approves 3 Resolutions to Limit President’s Tariff Authority“ (10-30-25) “The Senate has voted to approve three resolutions that would rescind President Trump’s authority to impose tariffs

      I SURVIVED REAL ESTATE 2025 The Norris Group Presents: The 18th Annual I Survived Real Estate – LIVE at the Nixon Presidential Library The Norris Group’s award-winning black-tie gala, I Survived Real Estate, returns for its 18th year.  Since 2008, I Survived Real Estate has supported Make-A-Wish OC & IE—and thanks to your generosity,

Today’s News Synopsis: Policymakers lowered rates by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4%, aiming to support a cooling labor market even as inflation stays above target. In The News:   FOX Business – “Fed cuts interest rates for second time this year amid labor market weakness“ (10-29-25) “Fed’s second interest rate cut comes despite inflation remaining

Today’s News Synopsis: Fed Poised for Rate Cut as Shutdown Clouds OutlookAnalysts expect the Federal Reserve to lower rates Wednesday, with attention shifting to its economic outlook amid a 28-day government shutdown. In The News:   Investopedia – “The Federal Reserve’s Meeting Starts Today—Here’s What You Need to Know“ (10-28-25) “The Federal Reserve is expected

Today’s News Synopsis: Distressed Property Auctions Surge in Q3 2025Foreclosure auctions jumped 31% year-over-year, hitting their highest level in over two years, as buyer activity begins to cool. In The News:   MortgagePoint – “Distressed Property Volume Climbs as Investor Demand Softens“ (10-23-25) “Real estate leaders are racing to understand the impact of AI’s entry