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California is restrictions on classic car owners restricting use of Classic Cars. There are many resistance from Classic Car Owners to the general automotive industry. There are over 40 million people who live in the state of California.

California is planning to ban the travel of vintage and classic cars, according to a report by The Daily Caller. The state sent a questionnaire to vintage car owners after it considered creating so-called zero emissions zones. Joining NTD to discuss the move is Lauren Fix, an automotive expert and founder at Car Coach Reports. She says classic cars are not big polluters as most are only driven a few hundred miles a year, compared to the thousands of miles driven by modern cars for commuting or other activities. She discusses what California is planning for their car culture from Governor Gavin Newsom.

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GCA FORUMS DAILY NEWS: MORTGAGE AND REAL ESTATE NEWS EDITION FOR WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12TH 2025. On today’s Great Content Authority Forums Daily News: The Mortgage and Real Estate News Edition, we will be covering the national housing and mortgage markets. President Donald Trump is or has already made up his decision in eliminating the Federal Reserve Board. Inflation numbers do not look good, and data shows inflation is not near acceptable levels. Home prices are still at historic highs, and mortgage rates are still north of 7.0%.

GCA FORUMS DAILY NEWS:

MORTGAGE AND REAL ESTATE NEWS EDITION FOR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 2025

National Housing and Mortgage Market Overview:

Inflation:

• Almost every analysis suggests that inflation, which is currently above the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%, is sticky.
• This inflation affects other parts of the economy, even the real estate industry.

Home Prices:

• Home prices are still at all-time highs and are not coming down soon.
• This is because there is extremely low inventory.
• Even during increased interest rates, home prices have not come down at all.
• This situation has led to many home buyers competing, increasing prices even further.

Mortgage Rates

• The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is over seven percent.
• This rate hike will make purchasing a loan more expensive and limit the already severely burdened potential home buyers.
• Home affordability is a major issue.
• This is because of the economic circumstances, and this rate hike further exacerbates the problem.

How President Donald Trump Approached The Federal Reserve Board Appointment:

Abolition Suggestion:

Trump’s infamous mid-swing policy dismissal rumors claimed he would eliminate or greatly reshape the Federal Reserve Board. As with most of his policies, this would be revolutionary and could hurt or help monetary policy, interest rates, and, ultimately, mortgage rates.

Influence on the Economy:

The Federal Reserve Board is responsible for greatly constraining the amount of money in circulation and managing inflation, especially concerning policy intervention. Worse finances or changes of role, especially in bankruptcy, can lead to the possibility of unchecked inflation, leading to irrational exuberance and financial markets going berserk, which hurts mortgage rates.

Political and Economic Controversy

• The political argument is what sides would come up with to support this controversial suggestion to change Trump’s private appointment strategy with a particular Republican economist, an extreme liberal.

Market Sentiment from X (Formerly Twitter)

• Social media discussions on X reflect mixed market sentiments.
• Users express worry over the current elevated mortgage rates and home prices.
• Some inflation hawks, as they are known, believe these economic conditions will persist as a result of Trump’s intended policies.
• Others predict a market selloff and subsequent recession if a significant shift in the Federal Reserve’s activity exists.

Expert Analysis

Inflation and Rates:

• Analysts seem less optimistic about the short-term outlook.
• If inflation continues to be above target levels, they project further increases in mortgage rates.

Housing Market:

• Excessively high home prices and mortgage rates will likely stagnate buying activity among first-time borrowers unless drastic policy or economic changes are made.

Federal Reserve’s Role:

• Abolishing the Federal Reserve’s current structure may result in a more unstable mortgage market while investors and banks adapt to the new monetary policy paradigm.
• These indicators signal that the housing and mortgage markets can be particularly challenging.
• The current inflation, sustained peak home prices, and over 7% mortgage rates set a tense atmosphere in real estate.
• President Trump’s efforts with the Federal Reserve could compound the issues by increasing rates.
• This is due to economic uncertainty or changing inflation management strategies, which would lower long-term mortgage affordability.

Make sure to visit the GCA Forums News for forwards for in-depth analyses and supplements on current affairs.

My first road trip in Thailand took me to a spot just outside Chiang Mai, in the northern part of the country. COVID-19 restrictions made it tough to explore the city center at the time, so I stayed with my wife’s family in the surrounding area. If you’re into the outdoors, this region is well worth checking out—I’m already looking forward to going back when I can see more of what it has to offer.

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Here is a list of possible headline news for Monday, February 10th, 2025.

Headline News For Monday February 10th 2025: President Donald J. Trump is making great strides in making America Great again. Elon Musk, the head of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) is making great strides in cracking down of trillions of dollars that has been missing from USAID. It seems billions and trillions of dollars of government funding has been unaccounted for. That is just one government agency. There is talks that the $100 million dollars in aid to Ukraine has not been given to Ukraine but funneled through members of the Democrat party. There are many uncertainty going on after Donald Trump took office and the American people needs answers. The U.S. Department of Education is next to get audited by Elon Musk’s DOGE. How can a politician make millions of dollars when they only make an annual salary of $170,000 a year. U.S. Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, who just 8 years ago was borderline homeless and a bartender is now worth $30 million. Chelsea Clinton alledgedly spent 85 million on her extravagant wedding. This breaking news are not proven facts but just assumptions and allegations that politicians used government agencies like the USAID, the Department of Education, the Pentagon, the Human and Health Services, HUD, and other federal agencies to funnel taxpayer dollars. In the meantime, President Donald Trump’s Border Czar Tom Homan is doing the job he was assigned to do by gathering teams of the U.S. Border Patrol, Immigration and Custom Enforcement, the FBI, and agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration to make arrests and start the deportation process in Sanctuary Cities and Sanctuary States starting in Chicago, Illinois, Boston, Massachusetts, Denver, Colorado, New York City, and cities in New Jersey. Peter Hegseth was confirmed as secretary of Defense, Pam Bondi was confirmed as U.S. Attorney General, and Kristi Noemes confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security.

Headline News for February 10th, 2025

Global Commitments Added At The Climate Summit Paris

At the Global Climate Summit held in Paris, world leaders equally met to summit and set new ambitious milestones for combating climate change and achieving lower carbon emissions by 2030.

Tech Exhibit Reveals New Technologies, Arguments Follow

Ethical and regulatory discussions were sparked at the annual Tech Innovators Conference after major companies exposed their advancements in AI Technologies, especially in the case of ethics being sued.

Survey Seeing Quadruple Improving Employment Figures Plus Inflation

The recently published economic reports reveal that the US job market is recovering steadily and significantly. Meanwhile, inflation continues to be challenging, particularly for consumers and policy strategists.

NASA Mars Mission Taking Off For The Historic Journey

NASA has successfully launched its latest mission for Mars exploration. The team plans to examine the surface of Mars further and look for traces of ancient life that existed there.

Passed Bill For Health Reforms By Congress

In a landmark decision, Congress approved the recently tabled healthcare reform, which promises millions of Americans better coverage alongside lower prices for prescribed drugs.

Half-Hour Soccer Game Outshining The Rest Of The Showboxing Show

The Super Bowl was the topmost tournament with the highest rate of spectators and participants. It displayed an electrifying contest featuring two leading award-winning groups.

Residents Protest Local Environmental Issues – Communities Taking Action

In several towns, citizens have taken to the streets to petition and protest due to the negligence of their local authorities regarding pollution and environmental concerns.

New Research Indicates A Correlation Between Diet and Mental Health

A shocking new study has been released highlighting the important connection between mental health and nutrition. Many health experts have called for new and improved dietary policies to be put into place.

These headlines depict a blend of international, domestic, and regional issues that may be of public concern and be featured in the news of the different sectors.

Pam Bondi, the newly appointed Attorney General has sued Sanctuary City Mayors and Sanctuary State Governments and vowed to withhold federal funding until they comply with federal law. Federal law supercedes local and state law.

The very touching and sad tale of Tommy the Alsatian and his owner, Maria Margherita Lochi, occurred in a small village called San Donaci in southern Italy. Here is their story in detail:

Connection:

57-year-old Maria Lochi adopted Tommy as a puppy when he was a stray. They became inseparable over time. Maria had taken in many strays since she was known for her love for animals, but there was something special about Tommy.

Church Attendance:

Every day, Maria would walk to mass at the Santa Maria Assunta village church, which Tommy would always follow. Father Donato Panna, the priest, let him sit quietly by her feet during services.

Maria’s Death:

Maria died in November 2012, and her funeral took place at the church where she used to go regularly.

Tommy’s Vigil:

Tommy began showing up at the church every day after Maria died whenever the bells rang for mass. He would sit silently where he sat with her during services until she died. He continued this behavior month after month following her death.

Community Response:

The villagers were touched deeply by how loyal Tommy remained even after his owner passed away; they often brought food and water for him so that he could keep waiting there without starving or dehydrating himself while still being cared for.

Father Panna’s Role:

Father Donato Panna found himself particularly moved by what seemed like an unbroken commitment displayed on behalf of this creature towards its deceased master.“He still comes to mass each morning even though she is no longer here,” said the father. He waits patiently beside the altar railings and then just sits down quietly there. I didn’t have the heart to chase him away—I’ve only just lost my own dog, so I let him stay till the end of service before letting him out.”

Adoption:

Eventually, Father Panna decided that seeing as how faithful tending never could find another place to call home except near church, where memories about Maria seemed strongest, it would be best if he himself adopted him instead, giving opportunity for this poor animal to remain without any roof over his head at all hours but one closest to his owner’s memory.

Community Impact:

When Tommy’s story hit international headlines, it moved the locals and people worldwide. It was a powerful illustration of the deep relationship between humans and animals and how those bonds continue even after death.

Legacy:

In canine loyalty discussions and examples showing the depths of animal feelings, Tommy’s tale has been used since then. It is often mentioned during debates on whether or not creatures grieve. Also, if they do, what is duration supposed to mean exactly?

Here is a heart breaking story of Tommy the German Shepherd dog who kept on coming to church every Sunday after his owner Maria passed. The priest eventually ended up adapting the homeless loyal German Shepherd dog, Tommy.

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Mortgage and Real Estate News Monday, February 10th, 2025: In the past few weeks, Trump has moved to cut mortgage rates while trying to make housing more affordable for many. These plans should take effect on February 10 of 2025:

Executive Order on Emergency Price Relief

Back on January 20, 2025, Trump passed an executive order “Delivering Emergency Price Relief for American Families and Defeating the Cost-of-Living Crisis”. The order looks to get rid of numerous regulatory burdens, which, according to Trump’s administration, make up around 25 percent of the cost to build a new house. This, if enacted, would make it cheaper to build houses, which in turn increases the supply of houses and reduces their prices, making homes more affordable for many. Inflation has skyrocketed through the roof, but wages have not kept up with inflation. Many home buyers are priced out of the market. Many others who never purchased a home before just gave up on becoming homebuyers and homeowner. Many homes are inflated at skyrocketing home prices, and with high home values come high property taxes. To add fuel to the fire, homebuyers are experiencing high homeowners insurance, and everything from landscaping to remodeling is 30% or more than it used to cost. Lenders of home equity loans and renovation loans are very leery on whether the homeowners/borrowers have the ability to afford the new loan.

Focus on Reducing Long-Term Interest Rates

As stated by recently appointed Scott Bessant, other attention-grabbing moves are also on the way, like cutting long-term interest and mortgage rates. The government proposed long-range growth strategies, like energy independence and cutbacks in regulation, to achieve these objectives. They do, however, acknowledge that there are too many variables in the market to assume these actions will produce any short-term shifts in aid for long-term interest rates. In three weeks since taking the oath of office as the President of the United States, President Donald Trump has made historic changes, like auditing where our taxpayer dollars are going to and the vast suspicion of government corruption in the USAID, the U.S. Department of Education, the Human and Health Administration, HUD, and potentially the CFPB. The CFPB was created and launched to protect the consumer, but President Donald Trump and his staff see it otherwise, where the CFPB is out to protect the big banks and big lenders and not the American consumer. President Trump’s DOGE Department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk, is uncovering trillions of taxpayer dollars that are unaccountable and could potentially be a money laundering scheme and kickback scheme by government workers and politicians. President Donald Trump is considering eliminating the CFPB, the Federal Reserve Board, and other wasteful government agencies that are not productive or offer no benefit to the American people. Remember that USAID is just one of many government agencies where thousands of unproductive workers are on the federal government payroll. Just two weeks ago, President Donald Trump expressed and hinted to Fed Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell to lower rates to stimulate the economy, especially the housing market, and lower the cost of borrowing money. However, Jerome Powell did not heed President Trump’s advice and kept interest rates unchanged. The economy is not at all what the Biden-Harris administration said it was. The economy is worse than the news expressed, and many numbers that were released need to get modified with accurate data, especially unemployment numbers, the Consumer Price Index, and bankruptcy and foreclosure rates. Just in three weeks, the Trump administration has come up with trillions of dollars that have not been accounted for.

Deregulation and Utilization of Federal Lands

Lowering the cost of housing by lessening the degree of restrictions on federal land intended for planned housing construction is another goal of this government. President Trump signed an executive order that hurricane-devastated areas in North Carolina and Southern California’s wildfire areas in Los Angeles County were on track for a fast-track permitting or no permitting. California, especially, is notorious for its lengthy permitting process, even when it is a major emergency like the Pacific Palisades California Wildfire.

The goal is to increase the available housing supply that can mitigate the home prices and enhance affordability through easing red tape on construction permits as well as making more land available for development.

The Effect Executives Orders Have on Mortgage Rates

Subsequent to the release of certain executive orders, there is evidence suggesting that there is a drop in mortgage retail prices. For example, after certain announcements such as tariffs and other related policies, there was a significant drop in rates that were already near peak levels. It is likely that the execution of these plans by the administration will create a favorable environment for homebuyers in terms of affordability.

Although these measures intend to assist mortgage borrowers and help alleviate the housing cost burden, the measures taken will only be assessed after the major stakeholder accomplishes the expected market reaction and networks and responses policy implementation. The American people are very confident President Donald Trump will do the right thing to avoid another housing and financial meltdown that has been rumored for years—that this housing correction will be worse than the 2008 real estate and financial crisis. Something’s got to give, and the best news for Americans is President Donald Trump is doing something about our current crisis. It is ridiculous that a family needs an average of $124,000 gross per year to be able to afford an average modest home in the United States. After paying the mortgage, utilities, and expenses, Americans will have very little left to survive.

Does Google penalize website ownersusing Artificial Intelligence for content on their blogs? How can you use Artificial Intelligence to create content for your blogs? What is the best AI you can use for your blogs where that blog with get indexed and rank on first page on Google as well as other search engines? Can you please go over three different types of case scenarios where you can generate content that gets indexed and ranked using Artificial Intelligence?

Barack Obama, aka Barack Hussain Obama, aka Barry Obama, says he was not born in the United States, and he was not born in Hawaii. Barack Obama admits he was not a natural born citizen of the United States. Barack Hussain Obama, aka Barry Obama says he was born in KENYA (PLEASE WATCH THE ATTACHED VIDEO CLIP OF BARACK HUSSAIN OBAMA SAYING THAT HE WAS NOT BORN IN THE UNITED STATES, HE WAS NOT BORN IN HAWAII BUT HE WAS BORN IN KENYA). So what does all this mean? This means we have a fraudster who wormed 🪱 🐛 🪱 🐛 🪱 🐛 his way to the White House for two terms (8 years) and is has been the puppeteer of Joe Biden and has the biggest voice of the Democrats. Barack Obama has committed TREASON and is the biggest enemy of state and the number one threat of our nation. What else did this worm lie about? What else did Barack Hussain Obama lie, mislead, or not say that was misleading or misled? Is he a gay man who impersonated a straight man? Is he married to a man? Is he married to a transgender, Michael Robinson Obama aka Michelle Robinson Obama aka Big Mike? What type of Treason did Barack Obama commit? Is Barack Obama still releasing top secret information to our enemies? Barack Hussain Obama needs to be investigated as well anyone in Barry Obama’s circle folks.

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Hello, I’d like to start a series of posts about my travels around Thailand. Over the last three years, I’ve been back and forth quite a bit to visit my (now) wife’s family and friends, and during that time, I’ve gotten to see a surprising amount of the country.

One fun fact: I actually got married in Thailand at the end of 2024. Coordinating a wedding abroad was a challenge, but it turned out to be an unforgettable experience—plus, it gave me the perfect reason to keep exploring all the different sides of Thailand.

I’ve spent time in all sorts of places, from lively city centers to quiet temples and scenic coastlines. Each region has its own vibe, culture, and must-see spots. I’ve included a few photos here to give you a quick taste of what Thailand has to offer, and I’ll share more (along with travel tips and stories) when I delve into each location in future posts.

Feel free to jump in with your own stories, tips, or favorite memories from Thailand. I’d love to hear about your experiences, too!

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Below are impactful keywords related to bad credit mortgages. They have been divided by search intent and relevance:

General Keywords with High Volumes

General keywords attract a lot of traffic searching for solutions to mortgage loans with bad credit.

• Bad credit mortgages
• Loans for terrible credits
• Home loans with poor credits
• People with poor credit home loan lenders
• Loan for people with low credit score
• Buying homes with poor credit history

Specific Long-Tail Keywords

• These types of keywords are more focused and have relatively better conversion rates.
• Best lenders for bad credit mortgage

If I have poor credit, can I get a loan?

• Homebuyer loans for bad credit.
• Can people with poor credit qualify for a loan?
• Mortgage loans for people with low credit scores.
• Bad credit home loan programs.

Keywords for Government-Backed Loans

• These keywords are quite popular because a loan with a poor credit score will likely be from an FHA, VA, or USDA loan.
• FHA Loans for Bad Credit
• Home VA Loan with a low credit score
• USDA Loans for low credit score borrowers
• Non-credit score-specific government mortgage loans
• Bad creditors with FHA Loan provisions
• VA Credit Score Housing Loan

Specific Keywords for Credit Score

• Other borrowers need to know if their credit score meets the requirement.
• Loans for Persons with Credit Scores Below 600

Is it Possible to Get a Mortgage with a 500 Credit Score?

• Mortgage Providers for 550 Credit Score.
• FHA Financing for 580 Credit Scores.

What is the Best Mortgage for Low Credit Scorers?

• No Credit Check Alternate Solutions.
• Some borrowers look for mortgage lenders that do not do credit checks or have other ways to provide approval.
• Mortgage Providers Without Credit Check.
• Home Loans without Credit Verification.
• Rent To Own Properties for People with Bad Credit.
• Other Mortgage Options For People With Bad Credit.
• Hard Money Loans for People with Bad Credit.

Keywords:

• Down Payment and Assistance.
• Bad credit borrowers look for mortgage loans with low or zero downpayment or programs that offer downpayment subsidies.
• Bad credit affordable down payment mortgages.
• Bad credit, no downpayment home mortgages.
• Bad credit buyers’ down payment aid programs.
• Bad credit first-time home buyer grants.
• How can a person with bad credit purchase a house with no mortgage down payment?

Bad Credit Mortgage Refinance Loans.

Many mortgage holders with low credit scores wish to refinance their existing mortgages for lower interest rates.

Can I refinance my mortgage if I have poor credit?

• Home loan refinance options for people with bad credit.
• Best refinance financial loans for people with bad credit
• FHA streamlined refinance does work for people with bad credit
• Refinancing mortgages with low FICO scores

Subprime & Specialized Loans

These keywords cover borrowers whose creditworthiness has not met the mark cut set by insuring agencies for loans and mortgages issued by coverable banks.

• Subprime home loans for bad credit
• Non-QM loans for bad credit borrowers
• Portfolio loans for bad credit mortgage lenders
• Self-employed mortgages for bad credit
• ITIN bad credit loans

Mortgage Credit Steps

Several borrowers offer assistance with their credit rates, enabling them to request loans according to their usage order.

• How do I increase my credit score to get a mortgage?
• How do I get a home loan with a poor credit history?
• Actions to fix your credit before you decide to buy a house.
• Strategies for getting mortgage approval despite a bad credit score.
• Getting approved for mortgages as a first-time home buyer

Keywords by Location

• The search can be enhanced further by attaching the concerning areas to the keywords.
• Mortgage lenders who accept bad credit in [city/state]
• FHA loans for bad credit in [location]
• Home loan lenders in [state] for people with bad credit.
• Bad credit mortgage brokers close to me.
• Purchase a home with poor credit in [city].

Use these phrases and combine them:

• Short-tail and long-tail keywords should be placed across your website and blog articles.

Provide answers to common questions:

• Write FAQ pages or blog posts about common issues related to bad credit mortgages.
• Can I buy a house with a 500 credit score?

Guide and Comparison articles:

Best Mortgage Lenders in 2024 for Bad Credit

FHA Vs. VA Loans With Bad Credit. Which Is Better?

Incorporate city, state, and zip codes in your mortgage keyword strategy and make the content more SEO friendly.

Answering common queries tends to get featured on Google. Try building concise captions regarding mortgages so you appear in People Also Ask.

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Keywords For Mortgage Websites

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I spent quite a lot of time yesterday going over the search engines. To my surprise, many of the important keywords we lost over the past 24 months we got them back for the following websites:

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http://www.gcamortgage.com

http://www.gcaforums.com

http://www.mortgagelendersforbad credit.com

http://www.fhabadcreditlenders.com

http://www.non-qmmortgagelenders.com

http://www.lendersforbestrates.com

http://www.preferredmortgagerates.com

Sapna, what do you think about have our team work on the above websites too? Let’s still concentrate on http://www.gustancho.com, http://www.gcamortgage.com, and http://www.gcaforums.com but still, Anngelli, April, and myself can do one or two rewrites per day on the other websites. I need a full report on all the blogs me and the girls sent and need the following analysis:

1. Did it change position and if so, what is the ranking, how many keywords, and what is working after the rewrite and update.

2. If we lost positions, I need to know why, potential reasons, and change the articles back to original.

3. For all the keywords we lost on http://www.gcaforums.com, we got them all back but we still have the old URL forum.gustanchoassociates.com.

Can you please tell me how many blogs and pages we have on the above websites?

Go to the seven steps of financial responsibility if you want to learn them first. Search around for the words, first, second, etc.

This work is not fully completed. However it is fully written as far as the comprehensiveness of the necessary information is concerned.

In this article I will attempt to teach you a basic overview of how to manage your own personal lifetime financial management responsibilities. I will attempt to help you by teaching you, guiding you, and encouraging you to develop and create you very own unique personal lifetime financial management survival guide template manual plan. Then, all that you have to do is constantly refer to your plan and simply follow it. After all, it’s your very own personal financial survival plan for your life regarding your finances, which are the very backbone of giving the necessary support to your very own life’s adventures, dreams, hurdles, and emergencies.

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Just checking in… I sent a number of texts and a couple of emails a week / 10 days ago. I figured you were probably both very busy with a number of things, and it might have been difficult to get back to me. A follow up on those items…….I finally had a chance to get copies made for my files of the new exterior elevation drawings I gave you a meeting or two ago. I have dropped those 24″ x 36″ sheets back in the mail to you for your files. I have also reduced them down to 8 1/2 x 11 size, scanned them, and attached them to this email so you also have a smaller, more manageable size sheet.

I have also attached the previous sketch that identified your contractors layout of the new 2nd floor bath…..if you can confirm that it indeed was constructed this way, I will change the PHASE ONE drawings to reflect this as an “as-built” condition. Since it has been completed, there is no sense in showing it as any type of new construction on the documents.

Also, was anything “constructed” with regard to the “attic space” ? If I remember correctly, you indicated you were going to get back to me once you had discussed the possibilities, based on existing conditions, with your contractor. The “attic space” could (?) have implications and affect the PHASE ONE documents depending on what construction, if any, was contemplated or constructed.

If you could zap me back with an update regarding the above when you have an opportunity, it would be greatly appreciated.

As always…THANKS

Mortgage and Real Estate News for Thursday January 30th 2025.

As of Thursday, January 30, 2025, the Mortgage and Real Estate scene shows new opportunities emerging. Let’s look at the notable developments from the data from the last few weeks.

Federal Reserve Mortgage Rates Action:

The Average Rate:

• The average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan is 6.88%, a slight dip of 0.03% from yesterday.
• Similarly, for a 15-year fixed rent, the mortgage has gone below 6.30%, continuing a multi-week decline.

Federal Reserve:

• The Federal Reserve recently decided to keep the benchmark interest rate steady for the second time.
• The adjustable-rate sought is still capped at over 5.5%, which has stalled the economy for several months due to incessant inflation.
• As a result, mortgage rates have tended to be more stable.
• With that, home hopefuls can be guaranteed an improvement in their chances of being eased up to buy homes.

Trends in the Housing Markets:

Pending Transactions:

• The elevated mortgage rate has been ongoing in the Western and Northeast regions, which tends to hinder affordability.
• This resulted in pending sales witnessing a consistent decline in December 2024, which stood at 5.5%.

Inventory Levels:

• In January 2025, new home listings increased by 11%, suggesting a reduction in the “lock-in effect” from mortgage rates, which in the past dampened homeowners’ willingness to sell.
• This inventory increase can provide more options for sellers in the following months.

Buyer Assistance:

Application Payment:

• The median payments for mortgage applications on a national level saw some pain during December 2024, decreasing from $2,133 in November to $2,127.
• However, the price for application purchase remains fairly at a stale rate.
• This suggests that the lack of affordability is not more pronounced than before, even with the prevailing economic stressors.

Financial Aid from Family:

• The UK has experienced a reduction in the proportion of first-time homebuyers getting help from their family, which decreased from 45% in 2023 to 40% in 2024.
• The average gifted value also fell, a sign of economic strain on families.

Global Insights

Deficit of Mortgages:

• Homeowners with foam spray insulation are now facing mortgage defaults as industry specialists dispute the structural integrity of the application.
• Foam spray insulation poses problems for the primary mortgage market as more lenders have begun to offer very qualified terms to houses with such insulation, making sales or refinancing very challenging.

Forecast for Australia:

• National Australia Bank is now expecting the Reserve Bank of Australia to implement a 25 basis point cut in February instead of the cut issued in December, as was previously assumed.
• If the additional cut is made, it would benefit current homeowners, as monthly mortgage payments would decrease.

All these factors speak to the changes in the global real estate market and sustain the earlier conclusion regarding the emerging changes as the consequences of policies taken, shifting emotions of the market, and the emerging relations between supply and demand.

I had rodents, probably squirrels bust out a hole in the attic area of my house 🏠 and call my attic their home. Like squatters and illegal immigrants. To compound the problem, i have woodpeckers puncturing holes in and around the same area. My house needs a lot of renovation and right now, I am going to get my good friend Dejan Ivenovic (Dan) patch it up where I am more worried about safety rather than cosmetics. In the spring, we can do it the right way.

Here’s breaking NEWS from PFIZER:

PFIZER released the list of side effects of the coronavirus vaccine and the so-called outcry by the “CONSPIRIST THEORISTS” that the COVID-19 VACs was a vaccine to depopulate the WORLD is now FACT and NOT FICTION. Attached, viewers can see the long list of side effects from the KILLER COVID-19 VACCINE which includes heart attack, and blood clots. PFIZER knowingly of the fatal side effects still released the COVID-19 vaccine. Now why the CEO and upper management of PFIZER refusing to get vaccinated makes total sense. Hopefully, Robert Kennedy, Jr and his team get to the bottom of this.

Headline News for Thursday January 30th 2025.

As of Thursday, January 30, 2025, these are the primary news events of relevance to local and global affairs:

National NewsWashington D.C. Plane Crash

A fatal airplane crash took place over the Potomac River, just south of the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, where an American Eagle Flight 5342 collided with a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. All passengers of both aircraft perished, and all operations at the airport were halted for some time.

President Trump’s Executive Orders

Donald Trump has signed into law numerous executive orders, including:

Militaries Policy:

• An order that sought the abolishment of “gender radicalism in the military,” which mainly targeted transgender personnel serving in the military.

Defense Spending:

• An order to create an American Iron Dome ballistic missile defense system.

Reorganization of the Federal Government:

• An order mandating federal employees to resign between January 28 and February 6 and receive full salaries and benefits until September 30.

Finally, Trump also enacted the Laken Riley Act, which is the first law of his second term, and, alongside, seeks to rehabilitate Guantanamo Bay for housing migrants.

Australia

More than 100 counter-terrorism officers are investigating the five arrested suspects. One such suspect was arrested after a caravan containing explosives was located in Dural, Sydney. During a press conference, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese asserted that this accusation was indeed an act of terrorism. Moreover, the public psychiatrists in New South Wales recently made headlines by resigning en masse as the government privatizes mental healthcare, raising the question of whether high-risk patients will be cared for adequately.

New Zealand

As of this year, Mount Taranaki will henceforth be called Taranaki Maunga. Such a change would give the mountain legal standing and personhood and its significance to the Maori culture for which it is held.

Global Market Volatility

Things like these lead to global tech stock volatility. DeepSeek, the new AI chatbot launched by China, had Nvidia lose almost $600 billion in market capitalization overnight after never-before-seen single-day losses.

UK Financial Updates

• Several changes will occur financially within the United Kingdom:
• The renewal energy directive’s last price cap will increase, increasing household bills.
• The cap on bus tickets is increasing up to 3 pounds while the maximum limit on controlled train fares is increasing by 4.6 percent.

Changes in Taxes:

• VAT on private school fees and new rates for alcohol duties are expected to affect consumers.
• People need to pay attention to these changes and revise their budgets because of the changes.

These changes demonstrate a time of intense activity across all industries around the world.

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GCA Forums Daily Headline News for Wednesday January 29th 2025: GCA Forums Daily National News for Wednesday January 29th, 2025 will cover the following talking points:

1. How are the U.S. Border Patrol and ICE agents doing raiding homes, businesses, jails, and other places that shelter illegal migrants?
2. Governors of sanctuary cities and states are breaking federal law, and so are mayors of sanctuary cities. What is the federal government doing about this? Are they going to arrest mayors and governors of sanctuary cities and states?
3. What are the latest updates on Cabinet confirmations?
4. How are members of Congress and the Senate becoming multimillionaires? How did Barack and Michelle Obama, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Joe and Jill Biden, Gavin Newsom, and countless other politicians at all levels of government become multimillionaires while serving in government offices?
5. Illinois governor JB Pritzker had a news conference last night about President Trump being a liar and withholding federal funding and calling Trump that he is doing things illegally. What is that all about?
6. Give us the very latest updates on California’s wildfire relief efforts as well as the North Carolina and Florida hurricane victims efforts by the federal government.
7. What was the Federal Reserve Board’s interest rate stance today, and how is President Donald Trump going to make housing affordable and lower interest rates?
8. How are the mortgage markets doing? How is the stock market doing? How are the ten year treasuries doing?
9. What is the latest on the unemployment numbers, inflation, housing affordability, housing market forecast, mortgage rates, bankruptcies, foreclosures, and business closures and failures?

Answer: GCA Forums Headline News Update | Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Immigration Enforcement Now Narrows its Focus to Specific Regions in the United States

Federal authorities have stepped up the process of immigration enforcement actions. During the raids in New York City, around 30 of the offenders that were captured in the morning spent cells were accused of serious crimes like murder and kidnapping. The operations are part of a larger campaign meant to hunt criminal migrants across the sanctuary cities of the country.

Dallas, as well as in Aurora, Colorado, as Buckley Space Force Base is being turned by Immigration and Customs Enforcement into a space of coping and housing immigrants without documentation. But, local candidates are worried about using military force for immigration purposes.

Federal Action Against Sanctuary Regions

The federal government does not stop at the limits set by sanctuary cities and states that do not take actions to assist in immigration enforcement. Some federal funds have been promised to be removed from such regions. However, there are still legal complications, and no mayors or governors have been arrested. Many things remain unsettled as both teams face tough legal and political situations.

Cabinet Confirmation Progress

We have made progress in completing President Donald Trump’s cabinet confirmations as critical appointments have been made. Marco Rubio’s nomination to Secretary of State received unanimous approval.

Other confirmed members include

• John Ratcliffe, CIA Director
• Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Defense
• Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security
• Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury
• Sean Duffy, Secretary of Transportation.

Multiple nominees are still pending confirmation and are being actively tracked.

Scrutiny of Politicians’ Wealth Accumulation

The enhanced net worth of certain politicians and their tenure in office has raised increased public scrutiny over the years. An analysis suggests that a good number of Congress people have vast increases in their net worth during non-public terms, which brings into question their access to non-public information. The Obamas, Clintons, Bidens, and even Gavin Newsom are known to have high profiles and wealth, which raises concern about the money they make serving in public office.

Governor Pritzker’s Critique of Federal Actions

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker held a press conference regarding Trump’s most concerning actions, such as his recent order to suspend the flow of federal funds to cities and sanctuaries.

Governor Pritzker has argued that this is illegal and that the President has shown a lack of integrity. He pointed out that the cutting of funds could have severe consequences for communities and promised to fight the administration.

Reports on Disaster Relief Activities

In California, those who live in Pacific Palisades are returning to their homes a couple of weeks after the devastating wildfires. People have begun retrieving their belongings and starting some reconstruction. Governor Gavin Newsom launched a philanthropic project called “LA RISES”, which is aimed at supporting the reconstruction and recovery efforts and receives significant funding from many organizations.

In North Carolina and Florida, people are still recovering the damage left by the most recent hurricanes to sweep the United States. Federal and state agencies fund the affected people and areas, attempting to rebuild the damaged infrastructure and provide adequate financial assistance to the storm victims.

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates

The Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates and eliminated previous mentions of ‘progress’ regarding inflation in its policy statement. This suggests moving fears at the level of inflation remain too high. They are still on standby with a ‘wait-and-see’ approach as they look to analyze the economic data and how, if at all, a President Trump administration affects these.

Economic Indicators, Market Trends, and Business Activity

Housing and mortgage industries:

• The mortgage rate has stayed high.

Many Americans, notably Millennials, continue to say that they see little value in the Federal Reserve’s recent cuts. Due to persistent issues concerning affordability, the average age of first-time home buyers has increased to 38.

Stock Market:

• US stock futures remain unchanged after a recovery from a late tech industry selloff.
• Investors are keenly focused on the forthcoming earnings reports from the top technology companies.

Treasury Yields:

• The yield on 10-year US Treasury securities continues to attract investors’ attention because of the impending effects on borrowing costs throughout the economy.
• Current cuts appear steady.
• However, investors remain alert to changes in economic indicators.

Labor Market and Inflation

• Unemployment has increased marginally to 4.2% against the rising inflation rate of 2.9%.
• These numbers explain why consumer sentiment is worrying and illustrate the broader economic challenges.

Housing Market Outlook

There is a sustained problem of affordability in the housing market. With mortgage rates above 6%, home prices are increasing at a slower rate than the previous year. Supply constraints continue to pose problems for many potential buyers, and forecasters believe that this will continue until at least 2025.

Business Closures and Financial Distress

There has been an increase in bankruptcy filings, foreclosures, business deactivations, and other reports. These are all signs of the increased economic distress experienced in various economic sectors.

Analysts are paying special attention to these developments to understand their potential economic impact and possible policy responses.

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GCA Forums NEWS Mortgage and Real Estate News for Wednesday, January 29th, 2025: Here’s an update of Great Content Authority Forums Daily Mortgage and Real Estate News. Many Americans are perplexed when President Donald Trump is talking about the housing values being stabilized and we will not have a real estate crash like we did with the 2008 real estate and financial crisis. President Donald Trump also made a career-changing bold statement that mortgage rates will drop and should drop below 5.0%. Most Americans know that President Donald Trump says what he means and does not talk out of his rear end, but many Americans who are homebuyers, homeowners, and real estate investors are questioning how our 47th President of the United States can make such a bold statement, NOT JUST ONCE, BUT MANY TIMES OVER AND OVER since becoming and being sworn in as the 47th president.

Home prices are dropping, there is a hyper-surplus of inventory, homebuilders are offering historic discounts and incentives, and home affordability is within reach of new homebuyers and homeowners. Inflation is skyrocketing, and wages are not keeping pace with inflation. Many homeowners who purchased a house in 2023 and 2024 with rates in the high 6.0% were banking on the mortgage rates dropping below 5.0%, but the opposite happened. The Dow Jones Industrials are at an all-time high and not expected to make a market correction. The ten-year treasuries are at an all-time high and did not correct or go lower after the Feds cut rates the past two times. Actually, when the Federal Reserve Board lowered rates the last two times, the ten-year treasuries went higher, thus making the mortgage rates higher. Everything is defying odds. How are gold and silver prices per ounce, and what are they forecasted to be for 2025? Bitcoin shot up over $100,000, which does not make any sense and defies all logic.

Mortgage rates today are 7.11% on conventional loans for prime borrowers, but home prices went down substantially due to more inventory versus demand for homes. More inventory of homes versus demand diminishes the equity of people’s homes, thus throwing a major hurdle on rate and term refinance and more so in cash-out refinance due to the diminishing equity of people’s homes. Many, if not most, mortgage companies are operating in the red and are borrowing money for their operations, hoping the mortgage and real estate markets are going to change for the better. Many mortgage loan originators (both from direct lenders and mortgage broker companies) and real estate agents are leaving the business for other careers. What will the Federal Reserve Board announce today with rates? Rates are supposed to remain the same. Will President Donald Trump’s statement have any merits, or was that just political talk? Is another housing market crash waiting to happen? Is President Donald Trump’s statement on the Federal Reserve Board lowering rates going to happen? Are we going to see more mortgage loan originators and real estate agents leaving the mortgage and real estate industries? What is the housing market forecast for 2025? What are mortgage rates forecast for 2025? What is the Federal Reserve Board expected to announce today and forecast in 2025?

Why is President Donald Trump so confident about the mortgage and real estate markets? I really trust the content, especially GCA FORUMS News, because GCA FORUMS News is never biased and calls out discrepancies and does not favor any political parties. GCA FORUMS News is always out to post and publish mortgage, business, housing, and real estate news that is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. I would appreciate it if you could cover all aspects of the above top points and add any recent updates.

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National Daily GCA Forums News: Headline News for Tuesday, January 28th 2025. In today’s GCA Forums Headline News, we will cover Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem’s strategy on deporting illegal migrants with the U.S. Border Patrol, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the DEA, and other federal agencies. Secretary of Security Noem is not just concentrating deporting illegal immingrants on just one or a few cities but throughout the United States. Illinois is one of the states targeted for mass deportation, and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker said that if ICE and Border Patrol are coming to Illinois, they would have to come through him. The 5’5″, 500-pound obese governor has changed his tune. Pritzker said Illinois,, as well as himself, said they will be cooperating with federal immigration law enforcement officers in deporting illegal migrants. News with the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS hired 87,000 IRS agents to go after billionaires per Joe Biden’s directive. However, 90% of the audits by the IRS were made to American wage earners making under $400,000. President Trump either wants to do major reform or to dismantle the IRS.

National Daily GCA Forums News: Tuesday, January 28, 2025, highlights Secretary Kristi Noem’s National Deportation Strategy: How Kristi Noem Enforces Immigration Law

Comprehensive Approach:

• Kristi works remotely from South Dakota and wants to boost goals using federal government services like the Border Patrol, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the DEA.

Nationwide Enforcement:

• The approach expands beyond the borders of select cities.
• The new strategy is designed to deport illegal immigrants living in the United States.

Illinois in the spotlight:

• The sanctuary state of Illinois is a prime target for deportation strategies.
• The state of Illinois has been hostile toward ICE for years, but JB Pritzker went from a stubborn governor to one who accepts federal enforcement.
• This is a major policy modernization that the state has needed.
• Those who dislike Pritzker’s leadership view his changing disposition as an attempt to shift pragmatism.

IRS Reorganization Review Controversy Over Hiring New IRS Agents

Between an IRS audit rest claim for advanced taxation over the wealthy and the liberal Biden administration, the IRS previously gamed the system with 87,000 new IRS agents.

According to sources, 90% of the audits were on earners who made less than $400,000, drawing considerable backlash.

Plans of the Trump Administration

• The President has publicly criticized the IRS and its practices.
• Some of the suggestions include reorganizing the governing body in a more user-friendly manner or eliminating the IRS altogether and replacing it with a simpler tax collection system.
• Trump stated that Americans, especially the middle and working class, should not dwell in the constant anxiety of facing unreasonable audits.

Contained Ripple Effects

Immigration Control:

• Many are concerned about the anticipated outcomes of Secretary Noem’s approach to immigration, which has been endorsed by some political figures and immigration critics.
• The approach is sure to result in hefty deportations in the next few months.
• States like Illinois, which are sanctuaries of immigration, may find themselves in more conflict than before as federal and state relations become more complicated.

IRS Reorganization:

• If President Trump succeeds in removing or changing the IRS, then other parts of the tax system would have to be changed, but there are still gaps in how they would go about it.

Key Points

• Secretary Kristi Noem’s campaign to deport illegal immigrants is bound to target states such as Illinois, which have taken a laid-back attitude towards immigration.
• This marks a shift in the approach towards controlling illegal immigration.
• The political face turn of CEO JB Pritzker, who has previously disagreed with the central government, has pledged to assist their immigration agencies to enforce greater control.

Trump’s potential focus on overhauling or dismantling the IRS could result in a profound change in taxation policies and enforcement strategies at the federal level.

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Daily National GCA Forums News Mortgage and Real Estate News for Tuesday, January 28th 2025. President Donald Trump is firm on telling the American people he will use everything in his power to make housing affordable again. The 47th newly elected president did not waste any time getting to work and delivering on his campaign promise to make America Great Again, lower interest rates and make mortgage rates affordable again. Something is going on with the Trump Administration and the Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell in lowering mortgage rates. The skyrocketing mortgage rates, high soaring inflation, and home prices beyond the reach of many American homebuyers is putting a dent in home affordability. Homeowners insurance is another problem. Many insurance carriers are exiting high risk cities, counties, and states like Florida, North Carolina, California, South Carolina, Louisiana, Mississippi, and other regions of the country. President Trump is also thinking about abolisihing the IRS, FEMA, and bureaucracy where it hinders the growth of Americans. The Biden-Harris Administration has really put America backwards and President Trump is trying to fix the economy. Many Americans from swing and red states such as Nevada, California, New York, North Carolina, Arizona, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Illinois, are impressed at how President Donald Trump is honoring his campaign promises to Americans. Even Democrat politicians like Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Federman (D-PA) is commending and complimenting President Donald Trump on ABC’s the View and telling Americans that President Donald Trump is doing what he says and says what he says. President Trump got a warm welcome from Hurricane victims of North Carolina and Southern California wildfire victims in Los Angeles. Many experts and political analysts are forecasting many blue states will turn RED due to the actions of President Trump. What President Joe Biden did in four years, President Donald Trump did it in one week.

Daily National GCA Forums News: Mortgage and Real Estate Update for Tuesday, January 28, 2025The Trump Administration’s Attempt to Make Housing More Affordable

Making Campaign Promises Real:

• Trump has maintained that all Americans must have access to affordable housing and has taken action to deliver on this promise.
• Within a week of taking office, he ordered his team to start working on lowering mortgage rates, settling housing prices, and understanding the complexities of the market.

Cooperating with the Federal Reserve

• Trump’s administration is in conversation with Federal Reserve’s Jerome Powell regarding an interest rate cut Trump suggested in his campaign.
• Inflation and soaring mortgage rates have worsened housing affordability.
• With the changes in administration, this is a primary issue that has to be resolved within the industry and the economy.

Consequences in the Housing Industry

The Staggering Monthly Rates:

• First-time homebuyers or homeowners looking to refinance have struggled with purchasing power due to the current monthly rates of 6 to 7 percent.
• In a post-pandemic world, leveraging purchases took an upward turn, and the Trump administration seeks to reinstate Malcolm X’s vision of America, which prioritizes the country as a whole over citizens.

High Home Prices

Real estate prices continue to remain high, putting them out of the reach of the middle class. Attempts to initially regain stability in the housing market will assist in curbing the constant increase in prices over time.

Homeowners Insurance Crisis

Insurance companies are pulling out of high-risk states such as Florida, Louisiana, California, and the Carolinas due to the increased frequency of natural calamities and the increasing cost of claims.

The Trump administration is looking into some federal measures to fix the homeowner’s insurance market.

Trump’s Broader Economic GoalsAbolishing Bureaucracy

• Trump has floated the idea of removing the IRS and FEMA, claiming these institutions are economic barriers.
• Consider replacing the IRS with simple taxes to relieve the middle-class financial strain.

Addressing Inflation

• Trump has clarified that he will bring Inflation down, relieving some of the burden on housing rates and making them more affordable for buyers.

Political Impact of Trump’s ActionsBipartisan Praise

• Trump’s rapid approach towards solving the economic issue has earned him accolades even from Democrat leaders like Senator John Fetterman (D-PA).
• In his comments on ABC’s The View, Fetterman remarked that Trump delivers on his campaign promises.

Swing States Turning Red

• Analysts predict that traditionally blue states like New York, California, and Pennsylvania will support Trump during the next elections because of his prompt actions on housing, Inflation, and disaster relief.

Relief Action for Various Disasters Support Offered for Hurricane and Wildfire Victims

• President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump assisted hurricane-affected regions in North Carolina and wildfire victims in Southern California.
• They indeed appreciated this assistance, especially given their expectations from the government regarding promises of federal assistance.

The Housing Market’s Tomorrow

Expert speculations:

• Political analysts and housing experts believe that if Trump manages to control Inflation and stabilize mortgage rates, real estate projections around 2025 will be favorable.
• The place seems chaotic with everything, like home prices and insurance, but props to the administration for having the people’s back.

How The Public Feels

• Citizens from neutral and blue states appreciate his efforts since he has made bold and memorable decisions.
• Modifying mortgage rates, seeking integration from fellow countries to combat Inflation, and aiding crisis victims have all earned crisis victims, and they have all combined to earn him acclaim.
• Places like Nevada, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania feel hopeful and trusting in this administration and its capacity to improve the economy in the long run.

Key Take Aways

• President Trump’s primary concern is housing, which can be resolved by controlling Inflation and reducing mortgage expenses.
• The progress made by talking to the Federal Reserve.
• Plus, bold statements about fundamentally changing the system, such as eliminating the IRS, combine to address further economic problems.
• Bipartisan praise is rising for disaster relief efforts, boosting brand support from previously unsupporting blue states.
• Regarding Trump’s speed in the elections, analysts predict voter shifts.

Stay alerted on GCA Forums News for new updates on the Trump administration’s effect on the economy, including the housing market.

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Comprehensive Mortgage and Real Estate News Update Summary for Thursday, January 2nd, 2025.

The real estate and mortgage industry has changed since Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Mortgage Rates

Current Rates:

The average 30-year mortgage rate is 6.91%, up from 6.85% last week. This information has been sourced from AP News.

Market Impact:

Reuters reported that increased bond yields and inflationary fear due to expected economic policies have resulted in high rates. These elevated rates might make it hard for people to sell their homes, lowering the housing inventory or making it unaffordable.

Housing Market Activity

Seasonal Slowdown:

• According to the New York Post, December 2024 marked a decline in the housing sector, with homes now selling for 70 days, a five-year record high.
• Moreover, the median listing price dropped from the previous year’s $15,000 to $402,502.

Inventory Levels

The number of available second-hand homes has declined by up to 15% year on year, forcing the average property price in Ireland during the last quarter of 2024 to 332,109 euros, which is 9% more than last year. As of December 1, 2024, fewer than 10,500 second-hand homes were available.

International Developments

• European countries, including Spain, Portugal, and Greece, are discontinuing their golden visa schemes due to housing cost issues.
• Non-lucrative and digital nomad visas are good substitutes for foreign clients seeking residency options.

California Estate

• This transaction sets a new record as the highest residential sale in Cambria’s history.
• What was once $17.22 million is now the new selling price of a 78.5-acre estate just a few steps from California’s Pacific Coast Highway.
• After being on the market for over 15 years, this transaction was sold for quite the price.

Predicted Transactions for 2025

• Economists have set a threshold of roughly a 6.3% rise in mortgage rates through 2025.
• There might be room for further dipping if conditions heat up more.

For the remainder of the calendar year 2025, home supply is set to improve and rise by 11.7%, allowing selling points to move up by a rough percentage of 3.7%.

The mortgage and real estate regions show steady rising market rates alongside seasonal drop in activity levels. However, the landscape is set to reset itself in 2025 to find room for stabilization.

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Mortgage, Business, Housing, and Real Estate News for Monday January 27th, 2025: Can you please go over housing affordability for first-time homebuyers, homeowners, and first-time homebuyers? Can you go over the validity of President Trump saying that mortgage rates will get lowered and housing will become affordable soon? Can you please explain our mortgage interest rate forecast? How is inflation? What are the most affordable states to buy a house and low cost of living? Will the Los Angeles wildfires and the hurricane damages on the Northeast affect housing and mortgage rates? What is the mortgage, business, housing, and real estate news forecast in 2025? How is Tom Homan and his Border Patrol and ICE team deportation efforts affecting the mortgage and housing market? What is going to happen to DACA children and DACA and ITIN Loans with the new administration target and role on deporting illegal migrants?

Here is an overview of the most recent Mortgage, Business, Housing, and Real Estate News for Monday, January 27, 2025: Housing Affordability for First-Time Homebuyers, Current Homeowners, and First-Time Homebuyers:

Affordability remains a major hurdle, with mortgage rates still around 6% and far above pre-pandemic levels. Although mortgage rates have reduced from the highs of 2022-2023, home prices growing at a higher rate than income presents a problem.

There is some comfort in down payment assistance programs and the new guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which allow for non-traditional credit and higher debt-to-income ratios.

Current Homeowners

Many existing homeowners benefit from historically low rates locked in before 2022. Yet, the challenge lies in moving into larger homes as a tight inventory coupled with high borrowing costs restricts options.

Homebuyers In General:

Many areas are experiencing elevated prices due to rising construction costs and scarce housing inventory. Therefore, it is recommended that buyers plan their finances accordingly, gain pre-approval, and consider more affordable new construction areas.

President Trump’s Claims About Reducing Housing Costs and Mortgage Rates

Claim Check:

• President Trump has said he will work with the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, which can consequently lower mortgage rates.
• The Federal Reserve is independent, though.
• Its main goal is to control inflation, not necessarily reduce the cost of loans.

Affordability has a larger chance of increasing with the implementation of stricter legislation that aims to increase the housing supply and lower the prices for builders and buyers.

Future Interest Rate on Mortgages

The Current Picture:

• Federal Reserve policies and the economic context indicate that mortgage rates will stay around 6% shortly.
• However, mortgage rates aren’t immune to slight changes.

The Midterm Target Believe 2025

• Mortgage rates might drop further in mid-to-late 2025 if inflation continues to drop and the economy faces a recession.
• This will make the FOMC reconsider its hikes so that the rates raised will be minimal even with a more overprocessed economy.

2025 Inflation

Overview:

• The highest inflation rate was recorded in 2022- 2023.
• Although the shine from that peak has faded, inflation still overshoots the federal target. Housing costs, supply chains, and labor shortages are helping to keep inflation higher.

The Impact on Homes

The gradual easing of inflation has reduced the material cost burden for construction. Unfortunately, it has had little to no effect on the price of homes.

The Cheapest States to Purchase a Home InList of Cheapest States:

• West Virginia: Median home value remains relatively low, and the cost of living is below average.
• Mississippi: Low fees on houses and taxes make purchasing viable.
• Arkansas: Relatively cheaper house costs along with low overall living expenses.
• Indiana: Well-paying jobs and affordable housing options.
• Alabama: Low prices on houses and estate tax along with a low overall cost of living.

Buyers looking for the best deals will always have to look for rural and suburban dwellings in states with high rental costs.

Effects of the Wildfires in Los Angeles and the Northeast Region Hurricanes

Real Estate Market:

• As for the housing issue, the Californian fires and Northeast hurricanes worsened the existing damages.
• Efforts to rebuild these areas will require constructing more expensive buildings and hiring more workers.

Home insurance is expensive for those living in disaster-prone areas, and the price point may be unbearable for these specific regions.

Interest Rates on Mortgages

The volatility in mortgage-backed securities would make it one of the targets for worrying disproportionate changes. These disasters would make it bearable in the short term, but over the long term, without some extreme recurring events harming economic welfare, would nullify that chance.

Economic, Business, and Housing Predictions for 2025

Real Estate Market:

• Expect a still real estate market and supply in the constantly burgeoning inventory sector, and expenses in constructing new apartments are made at a premium.

Private Sector:

• Increase construction and expand services for the Romans’s services base to cover the continuously growing demand for reasonably priced housing.

Summary:

Shift in Focus Toward Affordable and Multi Family Property Investments As More Buyers Become Unable to Purchase Single-Family Homes.

The Impacts of Deportation Under Tom Homan On Immigration and Occupancy Rates of The Housing MarketRenting Demand Implication

The Housing Urban Development under Tom Homan and ICE Agents may greatly lower the demand for rental spaces in regions with a heavy immigrant focus.

Landlords that offer accommodations to illegal immigrants in cities will likely have high vacancy levels.

Shortage of Construction Workers

With fewer check constructions for new homes, housing supplements and landscaping would become heaped up due to higher undocumented DAPA immigration deportation policies.

Kids DACA, New Rule, Using ITIN, and New Head of Administration DACA DAPA

The head of the department showed that there is a lack or zero remorse in pushing for ICE to arrest and remove undocumented migrants, which puts into question the overbearing fear that DACA members have. Thanks to some legal actions, uncertainty is not very likely to help these people who promised to find stable housing.

ITIN Loans

ITIN loans given out too freely to undocumented people will likely face more skeptical borrowing and stringent requirements under the new head of the federal institution because policy changes come with many overtime risks.

The new housing market in 2025 will remain fuzzy as natural disasters and immigration will act as crucial factors alongside affordability and mortgage rates. Uninformed first-time buyers, alongside informed homeowners, would have to work with genuine, credible, capable people to guide them through the boundaries and walls on the ratio of steep pain.

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