Will we see a Santa Claus rally in mortgage rates?

Will we see a Santa Claus rally in mortgage rates?

Despite initial concerns that tariffs would push mortgage rates up to 8% and reduce housing demand, this week has brought some encouraging news. The 10-year yield has remained stable at a crucial technical level and even reversed direction, resulting in improved mortgage rates. Additionally, housing demand has surprisingly held up, even with elevated mortgage rates….

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‘Summer smorgasbord’: Suburbs where homes have gotten even cheaper for first-time buyers

‘Summer smorgasbord’: Suburbs where homes have gotten even cheaper for first-time buyers

Victorian first-home buyers are poised for a summer “smorgasbord” as investors offload affordable homes and give market entrants their best chance to buy in years. Realestate.com.au property search data shows almost 17,000 residences are advertised across the state in price brackets around or below $600,000, where most first timers focus. RELATED: Indian interest in Melbourne…

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Going Back to Work After Taking Social Security? Watch Out for This Sneaky Rule That Could Slash Your Benefits.

Going Back to Work After Taking Social Security? Watch Out for This Sneaky Rule That Could Slash Your Benefits.

“Unretiring” is becoming a popular trend in the retirement community, as many older adults go back to work after leaving their careers. Around 20% of retirees are working either full- or part-time, according to a 2024 survey from investment management firm T. Rowe Price, while 7% say they’re currently looking for employment. While 45% of…

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Russia court sentences anti-war activist to three years imprisonment for ‘justifying terrorism’ – JURIST

Russia court sentences anti-war activist to three years imprisonment for ‘justifying terrorism’ – JURIST

A Russian District Military Court on Friday sentenced anti-war activist and former Moscow municipal deputy Aleksei Gorinov to an additional three years in prison, according to local media. The court found Gorinov guilty of “justifying terrorism” and ordered him to serve his sentence in a stricter prison facility than the one he is currently in….

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Changes Are Likely on the Horizon for the Federal Healthcare Portfolio in Areas Including Cybersecurity and Regulatory Enforcement | Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

Changes Are Likely on the Horizon for the Federal Healthcare Portfolio in Areas Including Cybersecurity and Regulatory Enforcement | Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

Federal healthcare administration undoubtedly will look different in 2025 than it does as we close 2024. In the aftermath of the Republican party victories during this month’s Federal elections – and if the past is prelude – the Federal focus concerning the healthcare sector will be shifting. We will move away from a Biden administration…

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