Waning demand cools home price growth in August

Ukraine is building and fielding a growing fleet of new high-speed interceptors to hunt down Russia’s fastest attack drones as Kyiv looks to fill gaps in its air defenses. Ukrainian company Wild Hornets said on Monday that a tactical air defense unit used the firm’s new Sting S interceptor to shoot down a Russian Geran-5…

Whole Foods Market has leased a 9,000-square-foot retail space in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood.  The 15-year deal occupies a ground-floor space and outdoor terraces at 509 Third Avenue, according to a memorandum of lease filed in city records Friday morning. The 35-story, 229-unit apartment tower, known as the Murray, was developed by Kahen Properties with…

Despite a bumpy economy and increasingly high Treasury yields, one global investment firm believes now is the time to pounce on U.S. commercial real estate.  Commercial Observer spoke with Tony Charles, global head of research and strategy at Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing, who outlined the main takeaways from Morgan Stanley Investment Management’s mid-year 2026…

The traditional autumn surge in property market activity could be delayed this year, with research suggesting the return to school may leave parents with less time to search for homes, attend viewings and progress purchases. Research by House Buyer Bureau found that 88% of homebuyers with school-aged children expect to be less inclined to book…

  Introduction: In this article, I’ll provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how a VA loan differs from other types of mortgage loans. When it comes to financing a home, potential homeowners have various loan options available to them. However, if you’re a veteran or an active-duty service member, a VA loan can offer…

The mortgage industry has invested heavily in technology, AI and digital transformation. But after all the investment, what has actually made a difference? Opening Mortgage Innovation & Technology Live 2026, our keynote panel will cut through the hype and take an honest look at where the industry stands today, what has delivered real results, what…