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View allSeptember Building Material Prices: Review Rental Repair Quotes by Line Item
This week's producer-price report shows different pressures across building materials. Compare the national data with a clearly defined repair scope, current supplier pricing and the property's leasing schedule.
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NAHB: Single-Family Housing Permits Down 2.6% Through August
NAHB's October 16 analysis shows fewer single-family authorizations and more multifamily authorizations in January–August. The cumulative figures describe the approved pipeline, with starts and completions measured separately.
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Hobby Travel in 2027: Make the Vacation Home Fit the Activity
Vrbo's new Hobby Hubs research points to interest in trips built around shared hobbies. For owners, the practical work is checking the space, documenting the amenities and budgeting the reset between stays.
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September CPI Shelter Rises 0.4%: A Rental Data Check
BLS's October 14 release shows September shelter costs up 0.4% after seasonal adjustment. Its rental sample includes continuing leases, a useful distinction when reviewing new asking rents.
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September Existing-Home Sales Rise 1.5% Monthly, Remain Lower Year over Year
NAR's October 13 release puts September existing-home sales at a 3.99 million annualized pace. The monthly gain sits alongside a 2.2% decline from a year earlier.
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The Housing Handoff: Check the Home Before Choosing a Rental Strategy
New research brings older owners' housing transitions into focus. Review the property's condition, startup costs and operating needs before comparing short-, mid- and long-term rentals.
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