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Mortgage Activity Slows as Rates Spike to Multi-Month Highs

Mortgage rates broke out of their recent holding pattern, rising sharply last week and triggering a noticeable slowdown in application volume. Total mortgage applications fell 5.1%, per the Mortgage Bankers Association’s latest seasonally adjusted data. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate for loans under $806,500 climbed to 6.92%, up from 6.86% the week prior. Borrowers […]

The Palm Beach Real Estate Market: How the Trade War May Temporarily Impact Construction Costs but Ultimately Lead to a Boom

The Palm Beach real estate market has long been synonymous with luxury, wealth, and prime investment opportunities. However, global economic shifts—most notably the ongoing trade war—are creating temporary fluctuations in construction costs. While these short-term hurdles may cause concern for developers and investors, a closer look at the broader economic landscape suggests that President Trump’s […]

Greg Englesbe

The Trump Administration Could Spark a New Wave of Prosperity

I’ve spent more than 36 years in the residential mortgage business, securing over fifty billion in serving along the way. Over time, my investments have grown to include both national and global real estate, and I’ve even ventured successfully into the crypto market. With this broad background, I’ve seen firsthand how government policies can shape opportunities […]

Greg Englesbe

Growth in U.S. home prices slows, but consumer sentiment remains low

The pace of growth in U.S. home prices is finally showing signs of a slowdown as 2024 comes to a close. The Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index found that annual home price growth stood at 3.9% in September, slightly down from 4.2% in August. The trend coincides with the U.S. Federal Reserve cutting […]

The Shift from Homeownership to Renting: How High Mortgage Rates Are Reshaping the Market

In recent years, the housing market has undergone a significant transformation. The dream of homeownership, once a cornerstone of the American Dream, is becoming increasingly difficult for many. With the sharp rise in mortgage interest rates, more people are turning to renting as a more feasible alternative. This shift has created a unique opportunity for […]

Greg Englesbe

Sales of $100 million ultra-luxury homes on track to double in U.S.

High mortgage rates and the rising median price of U.S. homes has put a dent in most home sales categories, but the small market for ultra luxury properties is heating up. Through July 15, six homes valued at more than $100,000 million have sold in the United States, CNBC reported. At the current pace of […]