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Dave:There is a dramatic showdown brewing at the Federal Reserve that could change the course for interest rates, for mortgage rates, and much of the entire economy over the next several years. And it is playing out right now. Back in March, President Trump nominated Kevin Warsch to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve when Jerome Powell’s term is up on May 15th. But the nomination isn’t going as planned. And even if Warsh is confirmed, his job has gotten a whole lot harder in just the last couple of weeks. The President has adamantly called for lower…

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The Gates Foundation has commissioned an external investigation of its past engagement with Jeffrey Epstein, CEO Mark Suzman told staff in a memo this week, as billionaire and foundation co-founder Bill Gates prepares to testify before Congress in June about his relationship with the late sex offender. The memo was first reported by the Wall Street Journal. In a statement the Foundation gave the Journal, they said the review was launched in March with help from Gates and the foundation’s independent board members and is expected to deliver an update this summer. It will also examine the foundation’s policies for…

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In This Article With the affordability crisis stinging American pocketbooks and small landlords struggling to maintain cash flow amid high interest rates and property prices, the push for more housing is gaining traction on both sides of the aisle. This has resulted in a quiet revolution amongst lawmakers, who have proposed sweeping zoning changes across 21 states that could enable roughly 173,000 additional homes every year, according to a new report by the American Enterprise Institute. “Things are getting worse, and that’s why states are stepping in,” the report’s author, Ed Pinto, told Homes.com. “When you require half-acre lots where…

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Realtor.com has added land price estimates to its platform, giving agents and builders a new data tool for tracking one of the core inputs to new construction. The accompanying market analysis shows the land market has yet to fully recover from the pandemic-era buying frenzy.

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All things must come to an end, and rental agreements are no exception. Whether you’re moving across the country, buying your first home, or simply looking for more space, you’ll need to follow a few steps before your lease ends. And sending your landlord a notice to vacate letter is one of those steps. Outlined below are all the key details you need to know about submitting a written notice to vacate, including why it’s important and what it should include. From protecting your security deposit to keeping a good relationship with your landlord, we’ve got tips and tricks to…

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For many homeowners, the backyard becomes more than just outdoor space once a dog is in the picture. It turns into a place for daily routines, playtime, and a bit of controlled chaos.  A great backyard for your dog doesn’t happen by accident. These dog-friendly backyard ideas can help you create a setup that balances safety, function, and comfort without overcomplicating it. Whether you own your longtime home in Colorado Springs, CO or just moved into your home in Portland, OR, , we’ve compiled a list of dog-friendly backyard ideas to help shape your outdoor space into a place your…

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The new leadership of the AI power startup Fermi is feuding with its fired CEO and top shareholder over a potential sale of the company. The struggling Texas company, which went public last year at a nearly $20 billion market cap, aspires to build the largest data center campus in the world, called Project Matador, in the Texas Panhandle, but it has struggled to nail down anchor tenants. Fermi is now advising against recommendations from its fired co-founder and CEO to sell the company. The company’s market cap has plunged to less than $3.2 billion as of April 21. The…

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Hilary Duff’s home situation in Beverly Hills, CA is what happens when classic architecture meets “family life, but make it glamorous.” She lives in a 5,260-square-foot renovated Georgian-style estate tucked inside the Summit neighborhood of Beverly Hills, a gated enclave known for privacy, hillside views, and celebrity-owned estates – and yes, it comes with the kind of details that feel equal parts charming and over-the-top, like a chicken coop, a pool with a slide, and a backyard clearly built for real living, not just show. But once you look past the fun extras and celebrity polish, the real question is…

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Dave:People have been screaming about the silver tsunami for more than a decade. But what does the recent data and a new analysis say about housing demand in the generations to come? How will builder sentiment and construction trends potentially offset some lower housing demand? And will one of the hottest asset classes in real estate get banned from major metro areas? Today, we’re going through the most important headlines, making news in the real estate world. This is on the market. Let’s get to it. James, Kathy, what’s going on? How are you, Kathy? Kathy:I am doing amazing. I’m…

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A lot of people talk about changing the world. But Amazon’s billionaire founder, Jeff Bezos, gave Eva Longoria $50 million to actually do it. And two years on, she says the biggest myth still surrounding philanthropy is that you have to be rich to do it. “One of the biggest misconceptions about philanthropy is that impact is tied to wealth or scale, when in reality, impact comes in many forms,” the Desperate Housewives star told Fortune. “What I’ve learned is that impact doesn’t come from how much money you have, it comes from how you show up.” It’s a message that…

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