Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ imposes dramatic global tariff regime
President Donald Trump announced an executive order that places a tariff on all foreign imports, in addition to levies for specific countries.
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Must-see TV: What to know about Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff show
Donald Trump plans to slap tariffs on every country in the world on Wednesday, which he calls “Liberation Day.” Here’s what you need to know.
Federal Reserve stands pat, but still sees rate cuts ahead
The decision was almost universally expected by market observers as the Federal Reserve weighs data that could be pushing the U.S. toward a recession.
Trump grants one-month pause on automobile tariffs, but building material duties remain
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it’s granting a one-month tariff exemption for automobiles from those two countries. The move came in consultation with “the big three autodealers.” It’s unclear if the pause comes with concessions from Canada and Mexico.
Trump confirms 25% tariffs on Mexican, Canadian imports will start Tuesday
President Donald Trump said on Monday that 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada would start Tuesday, March 4, the Associated Press reported. And there’s no going back on it, he said. “Tomorrow — tariffs 25% on Canada and 25% on Mexico. And that’ll start,” Trump told reporters this afternoon. “They’re going to have […]
Trump orders immediate expansion of US timber production
Trump issued an executive order that calls for the immediate expansion of U.S. timber production to increase the supply of American lumber.
How child care costs and commutes will impact brokerage economics in 2025
Economists Jessica Lautz and Lisa Sturtevant took to the stage at HousingWire’s Housing Economic Summit on Tuesday to examine data and trends as they forecast what this year could have in store for anxious broker-owners.
Homebuyers are adjusting to the new normal of 7% mortgage rates
As the 2025 spring homebuying season approaches — and the tone is set for what the rest of the year could look like — the long-term costs of a home loan are inching lower even as fears of inflation, unemployment and tariffs loom large.
Gary Keller warns of unpredictability in the housing market
According to the KW executives, they expect that unpredictability will lead to some people holding back on major investments, such as buying a house, unless their life circumstances dictate that they must make a move.
Julie Kheyfets on home renovation trends: Demand is approaching 2022 levels
Mike Simonsen speaks with Block Renovation CEO Julie Kheyfets about AI in the home renovation market, rising demand and industry trends.