The U.S. housing market continues to search for momentum, but several major economic forces are making it difficult for buyers, sellers and investors to find much of it. One of the newest pressures comes from continued instability in the Middle East, which has helped keep oil and gasoline prices elevated. According to the U.S. Energy […]
For years, economists, policymakers and housing experts have debated the biggest drivers behind America’s housing affordability crisis. Mortgage rates, a shortage of new construction, investor activity and population growth have all been cited as major contributors. Now, a new working paper from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas suggests another factor may have played a […]
As we move through the second half of 2026, there are several economic trends that I believe are worth watching closely. While there is still plenty of uncertainty around the world, I see a few developments that could create a more favorable environment for consumers, businesses and investors as we approach the fourth quarter. One […]
Florida’s luxury housing market continues to defy many of the broader national real estate trends, with affluent buyers still actively purchasing homes and investment properties across Palm Beach, Naples and other high-end coastal communities despite elevated mortgage rates and growing affordability concerns nationwide. While many middle-market buyers remain cautious amid higher borrowing costs, the luxury […]
According to data from Moody’s Analytics reported by Axios, roughly 21% of office space across major U.S. markets sat vacant in the first quarter of 2026, up sharply from 17% in 2020. The trend persists despite ongoing return-to-office efforts by many employers. Workers are still spending about a quarter of their workdays outside the office, […]
Recent developments involving Iran have created renewed volatility across global markets. When geopolitical tensions rise, markets tend to react quickly as investors try to assess risk, energy markets move sharply and uncertainty spreads across asset classes. Moments like this remind investors that volatility isn’t unusual. It’s part of the market. After decades in the markets, […]
Mortgage rates have moved down to roughly 6 percent, their lowest level in more than three years. After a prolonged stretch above 7 percent, that shift meaningfully improves affordability and has the potential to bring sidelined buyers back into the market. The larger question for 2026 is not whether demand returns. It is whether housing […]
The 20th Annual Palm Beach Police & Fire Rescue Ball marked two decades of community commitment to the men and women who protect the Town of Palm Beach every day. The black-tie event brought together civic leaders, philanthropists and public safety supporters for an evening focused on appreciation, continuity and impact. Hosted by the Palm […]
The holiday season has a way of bringing people together around what truly matters. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and generosity, and those themes were on full display at the Annual Holiday Cabaret Luncheon Concert benefiting A Safe Haven for Newborns. The event was a meaningful reminder of how powerful community support can […]
Another year has passed, yet the loss of Victoria remains ever present. Time does not dull the absence of a child taken too soon, nor does it quiet the resolve that followed her passing. What began as unimaginable grief became a mission rooted in purpose, accountability, and action. Victoria’s Voice was founded to ensure that […]
