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Instant Reaction: CPI, June 12, 2024 Inflation is moving in the right direction, but it is not quite at the point for the Fed to cut interest rates. By:  Lawrence Yun Powered by WPeMatico

When You Shouldn’t Ignore the Cracks in the Wall Not all cracks are the same. Learn how to separate minor cosmetic imperfections from more significant structural problems. Design & Architecture Powered by WPeMatico

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, June 6, 2024 The 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac eased slightly to 6.99% over the last week from 7.03%. By:  Jessica Lautz Mortgages & Home Financing Powered by WPeMatico

Instant Reaction: Jobs, June 7, 2024 A net of 272,000 payroll jobs were added to the economy in May 2024, which is an acceleration from recent months. By:  Lawrence Yun Powered by WPeMatico

Consumer Price Index: The Full Picture? The inflation rate remained at 3.4% in April 2024, relatively unchanged from the rate a year ago, in April 2023. By:  Jesse Priddy Multifamily Properties, Rental Properties Powered by WPeMatico

‘Entangled’ Landscapes Soften Outdoor Design Landscape architects are moving away from straight edges and borders, incorporating more plants and hardscape elements. By:  Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design & Architecture, Design Trends Powered by WPeMatico

Built-for-Rent Housing Starts Continue to Increase Built-for-rent is the concept of new single-family home construction for the intent of renting, a possible solution for people not yet ready to buy. By:  Jessica Lautz Powered by WPeMatico

Pending Sales in April 2024 Decreased 7.7% From March April's pending home sales fell 7.7% from last month and decreased 7.4% from a year ago. By:  Michael Hyman Powered by WPeMatico

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, May 30, 2024 The 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac rose to 7.03% over the last week from 6.94%. By:  Jessica Lautz Mortgages & Home Financing Powered by WPeMatico

Hot Home Trend: Western Gothic The Wild West aesthetic adopts moody accents in this up-and-coming design palette. By:  Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design & Architecture, Design Trends Powered by WPeMatico