USA Property

Sales and rental segments of the American housing market are stabilizing, with moderation in price growth signaling broader market adjustment driven by persistently elevated mortgage rates and cautious buyer behavior against the background of heightened macroeconomic uncertainty. This extended overview from Global Property Guide covers key aspects of the US housing market and takes a closer look at its most recent developments and long-term trends. Table of Contents Housing Market Snapshot US home prices are beginning to stabilize, signaling a broader market adjustment shaped by persistently high mortgage rates and...

Property taxes are not a punishment for homeownership. They are an essential investment in the community that makes homeownership worthwhile.Study eyed for Florida property tax changesExpect an economic impact study as a first step as discussions ramp up about the future of property taxes in Florida.Fox - 35 OrlandoGov. Ron DeSantis recently asked the disingenuously rhetorical question: “Do you ever own your own home?”It’s a provocative statement meant to stir resentment over property taxes as part of a larger pitch to either eliminate or drastically reduce them. But, while such...

Bahrain’s Investcorp Capital has exited 12 residential multiple-occupancy real estate assets across five states in the United States for an approximate value of US$550 million. Despite a tempered multifamily (multiple-occupancy real estate assets) market, Investcorp said in a filing with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) that the exit was secured at a premium. The 12 residential buildings have an average occupancy of 94 per cent and are situated in desirable rental markets in Atlanta, Georgia; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Raleigh, North Carolina; St Louis, Missouri; and Tampa and Orlando in Florida. Mohamed...

The Free Press/YouTube Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. As a co-founder of PayPal and the first outside investor in Facebook, Peter Thiel is widely recognized for his expertise in the tech world. But lately, the billionaire venture capitalist has been sounding the alarm on an entirely different sector: real estate. During an interview with The Free Press, Thiel drew upon the insights of 19th-century economist Henry George to underscore the gravity of America’s real estate crisis. “The basic Georgist...

Anita Verma-Lallian and Chamath Palihapitiya Arizona Land Consulting (ALC), a data centre investment fund led by Indian American real estate investor Anita Verma-Lallian, has recently closed on a landmark $51 million land deal, strengthening its position as a driving force in Arizona’s AI infrastructure race. Well-known Silicon Valley venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya also joined the investment group backing the deal, alongside other prominent tech investors. "Partnering with Chamath represents more than just capital. It's an alignment of vision for America's AI future. When you have Bill Gates building his smart...

Jennifer Bradley Franklin  |  Studio GannettDrew and Jonathan Scott are household names, known for their playful banter, attention to detail and commitment to quality on the home renovation projects they film for television shows such as "Property Brothers," "Celebrity IOU" and "Brother vs. Brother." The 47-year-old identical twins — Jonathan, a licensed contractor, and Drew, a real estate agent — didn’t set out to become the most famous siblings in the home improvement industry. Still, they have embraced the journey and sit at the helm of what could easily be...

Joseph Neumeyer, 28, was arrested for allegedly attempting to firebomb the US Embassy branch in Tel Aviv and making death threats against President Donald Trump, federal prosecutors announced Sunday. Neumeyer was taken into custody by FBI agents at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City after being deported from Israel. Authorities say Neumeyer traveled to Israel in April. On May 19, he allegedly approached the US Embassy in Tel Aviv carrying a backpack, spat on an embassy guard without provocation, and fled as the guard tried to detain him....

Here's how to properly calculate your property tax billNot sure how to calculate your property tax bill? Here's how to do it properly.In 2023, Davidson County led all Tennessee counties in total property tax per capita at $2,161, according to a Sycamore Institute study of property tax rates and capacity across the state.The study argues that a tax rate on its own tells us "very little" about whether residents in a Tennessee county actually pay high or low property taxes overall.Some Nashvillians are bracing for the prospect of a higher...

4-minute readAndrew P. Napolitano  |  Special to the USA TODAY NetworkCan FBI be sued if agents raid wrong house? Supreme Court to weigh in.Trina Martin, son Gabe Watson and partner Toi Cliatt seek compensation after their house was mistakenly raided by the FBI.The British government's use of general warrants, allowing searches of colonists' homes without specific cause, contributed to the American Revolution.The Fourth Amendment, designed to protect the right to privacy and property, requires probable cause for government searches.The author argues that the probable cause standard is insufficient, as natural...