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The American Dream of owning a home is out of reach for millions. Two things could change that

New research looks at the factors for home affordability to improve in next five years

The Independent UK · Oct 14

Regional home prices holding up as city slickers suffer

As gloom envelops the property market, home owners outside of the major cities have at least seen values rise over the past 12 months.

AAP · Oct 14

Build-it-yourself housing project was a huge success in 1970s Lewisham

Letters: John Banks on the driving force behind a pioneering self-build project in the London borough. Plus a letter from Jonathan Pearson

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14

In 2017, Cindy Crawford and Casamigos co-founder Rande Gerber bought a Beverly Hills home for $11.6 million; four years later, they sold it for $13.5 million, a $1.9 million gross gain

Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber recently sold their stunning Beverly Hills estate for $13.5 million, initially purchased for $11.6 million. Their apparent profit of $1.9 million was notably impacted by real estate expenses, emphasizing that celebrity homes may not always command quick sales or inflated prices. This highlights the often-overlooked…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

US existing home sales rise in September; higher mortgage rates dim outlook

Home sales rose 1.5% last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.99 million units, the National Association of Realtors said on Tuesday. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast home resales would decline to a rate of 3.95 million units.

The Economic Times · Oct 13

'I couldn't trust anyone': $34k conveyancing scam hits buyer

A cautionary tale for anybody purchasing real estate.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 13

Kane's Secluded Tennessee Estate: WWE legend built ultra-private 78-acre home; commute later forced sale

In 2015, WWE superstar Glenn Jacobs, famously known as Kane, put his expansive 78-acre estate in Jefferson City on the market. The impressive property boasted a detached gym and various recreational amenities. Jacobs cited the cumbersome commute to his insurance job in Knoxville as a primary reason for the sale,…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Bottom of house-price slide, rent peak 'fair way off'

Renters and home-owners are likely to be in pain for some time yet as a fight picks up over whether tenants should be protected by caps.

AAP · Oct 13

London council approves 'eyesore' flats on former post office site

Locals complained the flats would ‘dominate’ neighbouring properties

Evening Standard · Oct 13

The RBA keeps hiking interest rates – but are the rate rises actually working?

With the cash rate at a 15-year high, consumer confidence has tanked – while household spending is still growing

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13