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GDP Up 2.2% in the 2nd Quarter 2026
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According to their latest estimate, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis is reporting that America’s real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.2% in Q2 2026. Click here to read more.
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ADP National Employment Report for September 2026
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According to the ADP National Employment Report for September, 2026, private sector employment increased by 90k jobs. ADP says hiring accelerated for the first time since May, led by education and health care and leisure and hospitality. Click here to read more.
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Personal Income and Outlays – August 2026
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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis is reporting that personal income increased $66.6 billion (0.2% at a monthly rate) in August. Click here to read more.
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Zumper’s National Rent Report – September ’26
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Rental information site Zumper recently released their latest monthly National Rent Report for September, 2026. According to their data, national median rent for 1-bedroom apartments was $1,518 and $1,903 for two-bedrooms. Click here to read more.
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U.S. Construction Spending August ’26
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| The U.S. government is reporting that total construction spending in August, 2026 was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,203.1 billion, up 0.9% from July’s revised number. Click here to read more. |
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Mold Lawsuits are Becoming Major Risk for Apartment Investors
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On a recent episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke says mold is becoming a costly problem for apartment owners. Recent reports show lawsuits involving mold and habitability issues are increasing, with some jury awards reaching into the millions. Click here to read more.
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FHFA House Price Index Up 2.6% Year-Over-Year
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According to the latest Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) House Price Index (HPI), house prices rose 2.6% between July 2025 and July 2026. House prices for July 2026 rose 0.3% compared to June. Click here to read more.
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Infographic: We’ve had many posts about the cost of living. Today’s graphic from the venerable Virtual Capitalist reminds us that living costs vary significantly across the United States, with some states well above or below the national average. Click here to read more.
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