Real Estate News 03/26/2025

Today’s News Synopsis:

In The News:

US News & World Report – “Mortgages Under Trump: What Happens if He Privatizes Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?“ (03-21-25)

“Many experts say privatizing Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae could significantly alter the mortgage market.“

Yahoo Finance – “Trump says Fed would be ‘much better off’ lowering rates as tariffs start” (03-20-2025)

“President Trump once again turned up the pressure on the Federal Reserve, saying Wednesday evening on social media that the central bank would “be much better off” lowering interest rates as tariffs go into effect.”

NAR –  “‘March 2025 Real Estate and Economic Outlook” (03-21-25)

“Presented by NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun at the NAR Real Estate Forecast Summit: Residential and Commercial Update on March 21, 2025.”

Forbes – “When Does A Residential Conversion Make Sense For An Outdated Office Building?”” (03-25-25)

“Today’s lenders and equity investors are often willing to fund conversions of old office buildings into newly renovated residential buildings. New York City has been the epicenter of such activity. It’s growing.”

MultifamilyDive – “Property managers turn to tech to solve their biggest challenges” (03-24-2025)

“While technology can ease the workload for on-site staff, many companies are looking to strike a balance with the human touch.”