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Mortgage rates hit highest level in over a year. Here's what it means for homebuyers in the USUS mortgage rates have climbed for five consecutive weeks, reaching a yearly high. This trend makes homeownership increasingly difficult fo...- Bengaluru tech salaries are rising, then why are people giving up on buying homes? Viral post highlights a deeper issueA viral X post by Shankar von Mysuru has reignited the debate over Bengaluru's rising housing costs, with many users saying homeownership i...
- Rs 15,000 sneakers, fancy holidays, expensive iPhones: Financial advisor shares why Gen Z is spending big on luxury itemsFinancial advisor Prem Soni says Gen Z’s spending on Rs 15,000 sneakers, expensive iPhones and foreign holidays may reflect the “Lipstick E...
- RBI's status quo on repo rate to boost festive housing demand, homebuyer confidence: Industry expertsThe RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% is expected to support homebuyer sentiment and sustain housing demand during th...
- RBI MPC: Home loan borrowers can breathe a sigh of relief, but how long their good days will last?RBI repo rate: The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its repo rate at 5.25%, providing ongoing relief for home loan borrowers. This deci...
- Techie earns Rs 25 LPA, 4 time more than his father, yet could not afford the same home his father bought. What changed?Noida’s rising property prices highlight the growing gap between salaries and home affordability. Social media user Ankit Pandey compared a...
- US President Trump's economy at 18 months is a tale of shocks, resilience, and signs of stalled progressPresident Trump's initial eighteen months saw economic shocks from immigration and tariffs. An Iran war also impacted oil prices and global...
- Bengaluru CA says buying a Rs 1 crore home without Rs 1.93 lakh monthly salary is a financial trapBengaluru CA Meenal Goel warned that buying a home without proper financial planning can turn into a burden. She explained the 20-30-40 rul...
- Why home prices are rising in US and buying a house is becoming more difficult for middle-class AmericansThe median home price in the United States reached a record high of $408,776 in June. Affluent buyers are fueling demand, benefiting from s...
- Bengaluru home prices leave Rs 90 lakh income couple confused. Buy or rent? How much income needed for ownershipA Bengaluru couple earning a combined annual income of Rs 80-90 lakh sparked a discussion on Reddit after questioning whether buying a flat...
- Is buying a home still the way to wealth? Some young Americans aren't sureRising home prices, borrowing costs and maintenance expenses are making many young Americans question whether buying a house remains a good...
- Is your home loan ruling your life? Know the hidden cost of a big EMIMany Indians stretch finances for dream homes, but hefty home loans lead to years of uncomfortable choices. Borrowers face lifestyle compre...
- Financial independence for children: How families in the US and India split the bills when adult children stay homeIn the United States, those graduating in the 21st century especially have been seeking to return to the homes of their boomer parents. In ...
- Prices climb, but low loan rates keep homes affordableSix out of eight major cities within affordability threshold in the first half of 2026; stable employment and income help sustain demand.
- Home affordability holds firm despite rising prices: Knight FrankHomebuyer affordability remains strong across most Indian cities in early 2026, with lower borrowing costs offsetting rising property price...
- “I could not imagine living back in the US full-time”: Family leaves New York, buys $13,000 home in Italy and later purchases a second propertyA New York family found an unexpected escape in rural Italy, purchasing a home for a mere $13,000. This move not only granted them mortgage...
- A couple was chasing American dream until they realised it wasn’t making them happy, then they bought a Rs 12 lakh house in Italy that changed their idea of successAn American couple traded their fast-paced life for a serene Italian town, purchasing a two-storey home for approximately ₹12.2 lakh. Seeki...
- US new single-family home sales post second straight monthly declineUS new home sales unexpectedly fell in May for the second straight month, hitting a seasonally adjusted annualised rate of 580,000 units, t...
- Home loan insurance: Protecting the dream home without paying more than you need toHome loan insurance is emerging as an important financial safeguard for Indian homebuyers, helping families manage outstanding loan liabili...
- Americans are earning more, but still can’t afford homes - here’s why families now need more than $116,000 income to buy a house in the USUS housing market 2026: Despite rising wages, many American families find homeownership increasingly out of reach as housing costs outpace ...
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