Real Estate News 08/12/2025

Today’s News Synopsis:

In The News:

NAR – “Tapping Into the Build-to-Rent Market“ (08-05-25)

“Whether you’re seeking a secondary source of income in rental commissions, starting a pipeline of renters who’ll eventually purchase a home, or aiming to strengthen relationships with developers and investors, there’s a role for you in the growing BTR market.“

ScotsmanGuide – “Fed’s Bowman makes a case for multiple rate cuts in 2025” (08-11-2025)

“Michelle Bowman, one of two Federal Reserve governors to dissent at the central bank’s July monetary policy meeting and call for a quarter-point interest rate cut, explained that position over the weekend and said she envisions three Fed rate cuts before the calendar turns to 2026.”

YahooFinance – “When will housing prices drop? In some U.S. cities, the decreases have already started.“ (08-12-25)

“Data from Realtor.com shows that existing home sales are slowing down. The typical home for sale spent 58 days on the market in July 2025 — five more days than in June and a full week longer than one year ago.”

Realtor.com – “July 2025 Rental Report: Multifamily Supply Pulls Back Amid Growing Headwinds“ (08-12-25)

“July 2025 marks a two-year streak of rent decline for 0-2 bedroom properties since trend data began in 2020. Asking rents dipped by $43 (-2.5%) year over year.”

CNN – “Inflation holds steady, but Trump’s tariffs are boosting some prices” (08-12-2025)

“Falling gas prices helped keep overall inflation tame in July; however, a broader array of products got even more expensive last month, showing that President Donald Trump’s expansive tariffs are being passed along to consumers.”