Real Estate News 01/05/2026

CBS News– “Fed rate cuts and mortgage interest rates: What buyers can expect in 2026, according to experts“(12-26-2025)

“The Fed’s decisions in the new year could have a big impact on where mortgage rates head next.”

Realtorc.com –“Is House Hacking Still a Smart Strategy in 2026? What Lenders Now Look For”(01-03-2026)

“House hacking—or buying a property and renting out part of it to offset the mortgage—is a strategy that has gained traction in recent years. For first-time homebuyers, this offers several advantages, including building equity and paying off debt more quickly”

YahooFinance –“AI Is Transforming Property Management In Real Time” (01-03-2026)

“AI is transforming property management in real time
AI is quietly taking over the workload in property management. ”

CNBC –“U.S. stocks show little reaction to Trump’s extraordinary Venezuela action. Why investors see a bull case“ (01-01-2026)

“Historically speaking, geopolitical shocks have little lasting impact on the stock market.”

Zillow –“Zillow Home Value and Home Sales Forecast (December 2025)“ (12-22-2025)

“According to Zillow’s latest forecast, home value growth is expected to be modest. Zillow expects home values to rise 1.7% in 2026 amid soft demand and accumulating inventory.”