September 9, 2025 - 01:45

The US housing market has reached an astonishing milestone, with collective equity soaring to a remarkable $55.1 trillion. This unprecedented growth reflects a significant shift in the real estate landscape, driven by various factors including rising home prices, increased demand, and a competitive market environment.
States across the nation have experienced varying degrees of gains and losses, with some regions witnessing substantial appreciation in home values while others struggle with stagnation. The ongoing challenges of inventory shortages and rising interest rates have further complicated the dynamics of the market, impacting both buyers and sellers.
New construction has emerged as a crucial element in addressing the housing supply crisis. Developers are ramping up efforts to build more homes, aiming to meet the growing demand and stabilize prices. As the market continues to evolve, experts are closely monitoring these trends to understand their implications for future housing policies and economic stability. The record equity signifies not just a recovery but also a potential turning point for homeowners and investors alike.
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Vancouver Real Estate Update: Office Show Suites and City Policy ShiftsA closer look at the trend driving my latest reporting for The Globe and Mail. This month I focused on the rise of office show suites, where developers finish out spaces before signing tenants,...
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S.F. ‘BUILD Act’ is a big tax cut for the wealthy. Let’s just be honest about it.Is the proposal to slash taxes on large real-estate transactions a bad idea? Not necessarily. Are its backers being honest about what it does? Not necessarily. The so-called BUILD Act, which would...
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Should Income Investors Look At Marwest Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (CVE:MAR.UN) Before Its Ex-Dividend?Income investors watching the Canadian real estate market may want to mark their calendars for Marwest Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (CVE:MAR.UN). The trust is set to go ex-dividend soon,...
May 24, 2026 - 01:24
PGIM: $260 Million Deployed As Real Estate Fund Completes 10th Property AcquisitionPGIM has deployed $260 million as its real estate fund closed on its 10th property acquisition. The latest purchase is The Arbor, a 127-unit residential community in the Riverdale section of the...