
Fed Holds Rates Steady, But Sets Up a December Hike
Takeaway: The Fed skipped hiking rates at today’s meeting, as expected. But they set up a hike at the December 9th meeting. The Fed’s main message: Future hikes may be necessary because the economy is strong and inflation is too high. But they’re also patient, willing to skip hiking at some meetings

Building a better path to homeownership
Survey results show 34% delayed exploring homeownership over credit assumptions, and 52% want rent and utility payments counted

The national cost-per-square-foot is wrong in both directions
Public bid tabs show about a 3x spread for the same concrete flatwork item, from $4.50 to $13.68 per square foot

These cities are labeled the best for retirees. How are their housing markets performing?
HousingWire Data shows that seven of the top 10 markets are at least 10% more affordable than the national average


