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U.S. Construction Spending September ’26
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The U.S. Government is reporting that sales of new single-family houses in September, 2026 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676k, which is 0.6% lower than August’s revised rate and is 5.3% lower than one year ago. Click here to read more.
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Jobs Surge 165k In October
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According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 165k jobs in October, 2026. October’s unemployment rate came in at 4.1%, with 7.1 million people unemployed (changing little from the previous month). Click here to read more.
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FHFA House Price Index Up 2.4% Year-Over-Year
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According to the latest Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) House Price Index (HPI), house prices rose 2.4% between August 2025 and August 2026. In addition, house prices for August 2026 rose 0.3% compared to July. Click here to read more.
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Apartment List’s National Rent Report – November 2026
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According to Apartment List’s National Rent Report for November, 2026, national median rent increased 0.1% in October to $1,384 – which they point out is the first time since mid-2023 that it has flipped positive. Click here to read more.
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Personal Income and Outlays – September 2026
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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis is reporting that personal income increased $54.5 billion (0.2% at a monthly rate) in September. Click here to read more.
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ADP National Employment Report for October 2026
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| According to the ADP National Employment Report for October 2026, private sector employment increased by 86k jobs. ADP says hiring showed solid growth for a second month and pay gains were steady. Click here to read more. |
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Real Estate Wholesaling Is Changing
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Jeff Watson says Drive through almost any community in America and you’ve probably seen the signs: WE BUY HOUSES, CASH FOR HOMES, SELL YOUR HOUSE FAST. Maybe you’ve received the postcard. The text message. The phone call. Real estate wholesaling has become increasingly visible over the past several years. It’s also attracting increasing attention from legislators and regulators across the country. Click here to read more.
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GDP Up 3.4% in the 3rd 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 3.4% in Q3 2026. Click here to read more.
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The Average Credit Score in Every State
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Infographic: The Visual Capitalist reminds us that a strong credit score can mean lower interest rates on mortgages, car loans, and credit cards, making it an important measure of Americans’ financial health. Click here to read more.
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