Writing for Investopedia, Terry Lane covered housing market and real estate issues affecting homebuyers, renters and consumers during a period of rising interest rates and economic uncertainty. His reporting examined mortgage rates, housing affordability, inflation, Federal Reserve policy and trends in real estate finance, helping readers understand how national economic developments influenced household finances and borrowing costs. The coverage connected complex financial and policy issues to the practical decisions facing average Americans. Articles also explored the broader relationship between housing, banking, labor markets and the U.S. economy.
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These States Are Moving to Slash or Eliminate Property Taxes on Your Home
States introducing measures to reduce or eliminate property taxes for homeowners.
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The White House Hopes More Homebuilding, Easier Mortgage Access Can Boost the Housing Market
White House initiatives focused on increasing housing construction and improving mortgage accessibility.
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How Much Will Mortgage Rates Need to Drop to Help Buyers Afford Homes This Year?
Analysis of required mortgage rate decreases for home affordability to improve significantly.
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What Is Congress’s Plan to Address Housing Affordability? More Apartments
Congressional proposals to tackle housing affordability through increased apartment construction.
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Trump Wants Lower Mortgage Rates, Not Cheaper Houses
Administration’s focus on reducing mortgage rates rather than addressing home price increases.
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The Housing Market Still Hasn’t Rebounded
Analysis of continued weakness in the housing market and slow recovery prospects.
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Low-Fee Agents Could Save Homebuyers and Sellers Thousands: So Why Aren’t More Using Them?
Exploration of low-cost real estate agent alternatives and barriers to adoption.
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What Would It Actually Take to Make Housing Affordable in 2026?
Comprehensive analysis of factors and policy changes needed to achieve housing affordability.
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Trump Set to Make Big Moves on Housing This Week
Announcement of anticipated major housing policy decisions and initiatives.
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Could San Francisco’s Latest Data Indicate a Peak in Housing Prices?
Analysis of San Francisco housing data suggesting possible peak in home price appreciation.
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Trump Promises Ban on Large Investor Home Purchases
Proposed policy to restrict institutional investors and large-scale home purchases.
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How Long It Took to Save for a Down Payment in 2025
Analysis of time required for homebuyers to accumulate sufficient down payment funds.
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More Homebuyers Are Relying on the Mortgage Loan That Set Off the 2008 Housing Crisis
Growing use of subprime mortgages and analysis of whether risks are comparable to 2008.
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Homes for Sale Delisted Jump
Analysis of increasing number of homes withdrawn from the market listing.
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Where Mortgage Rates Need to Be to Bring Back Homebuyers
Target mortgage rate levels required to restore active participation from potential homebuyers.
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Homebuilders Need More Rate Cuts
Homebuilder sentiment on need for additional mortgage rate reductions to boost demand.
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The Best Week of the Year to Buy a Home
Analysis of optimal timing for home purchases based on market conditions and pricing.
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American Housing Wealth Is Slipping
Report on declining home equity and housing wealth among American homeowners.
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Mortgage Giants Fannie, Freddie Soar on Report That Trump Looking at Share Sale
Stock market reaction to potential privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Not Even a Zero Interest Mortgage Rate Could Help Affordability in Some Cities
Analysis of housing affordability crisis in major cities where rate cuts alone are insufficient.
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Lower Mortgage Rates May Not Lead to Lower Home Prices
Economic analysis of why reduced mortgage rates don’t necessarily translate to home price decreases.
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For Young Buyers, Housing Is Becoming a Family Affair
Trend of younger homebuyers relying on family financial assistance for home purchases.
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Housing Market Rebound Hasn’t Come Yet, But Hopes Remain for Lower Rates in 2025
Housing market outlook with expectations for rate cuts and potential recovery.
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Will Lower Rates Help the Housing Market? Powell’s Not So Sure
Fed Chair Powell’s skepticism about whether mortgage rate cuts will revive housing market demand.
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Federal Regulator Opens Doors to Crypto in Mortgage Applications
Regulatory approval allowing cryptocurrency assets to be considered in mortgage applications.
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Democrats Urge Trump Administration to Pump Brakes on Freddie, Fannie Move
Democratic opposition to plans for privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Still Locked In: Home Listing Values Reach Record High as Buyers Stay on the Sideline
Rising home values and low inventory limiting buyer choices while mortgage holders resist selling.
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Trump Proposes Returning Mortgage Backers Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to Private Sector
Proposal to privatize government-sponsored mortgage enterprises and eliminate federal backing.
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When Will Mortgage Rates Drop? Not for Years, Wells Fargo Says
Wells Fargo projection that elevated mortgage rates will persist for extended period.
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Will Trump’s Newest Housing Official Make Big Changes to Fannie, Freddie and the Mortgage Market?
Analysis of potential policy changes from new housing administration appointment.
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Homebuilders Adding $9,200 in Costs Over Tariffs
Impact of tariffs on homebuilding costs and implications for housing affordability.
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Mortgage Demand Jumps as Rates Fall on Tariff Uncertainty
Increased mortgage applications and refinancing in response to rate declines amid tariff concerns.
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Rising Home Prices Have More Buyers Thinking Small
Trend of homebuyers downsizing and seeking smaller properties due to price pressures.
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Want a View of the Housing Affordability Crisis? These Numbers Show the Trend
Key statistics and data demonstrating the severity of the housing affordability crisis.
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Mortgage Rates Remain Sky High: So Why Are Homeowners Refinancing?
Analysis of refinancing activity despite high mortgage rates and strategies homeowners are using.
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Homeowners Could Spend $25,000 on These Housing Expenses in 2025 on Top of Their Mortgage
Breakdown of additional housing costs beyond mortgage payments that homeowners face.
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What Can Fix the Broken Housing Market? Higher Mortgage Rates, Says San Francisco Fed
San Francisco Federal Reserve perspective that increased rates may be needed to balance housing markets.
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Existing Home Sales Hit a Multidecade Low: Why Are Economists Upbeat About the Housing Market?
Analysis of low existing home sales alongside economist optimism about future housing market prospects.
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