Real Estate

1. London's luxury home sellers turn to WhatsApp as private sales surge

   A growing number of Londoners are opting for novel means of buying and selling their properties, with WhatsApp emerging as a new home for luxury listings.

2. What is a 'rolling recession' and how does it affect consumers? Economic experts explain

   Experts, including a former White House Council of Economic Advisers chair, weigh in on where the economy stands and how consumers can brace for what's ahead.

3. Rent prices have dropped the most in these 5 U.S. metro areas. Why it's cheaper to rent in many markets

   Despite rising U.S. rental prices, competition is easing in some markets as inventory grows, according to a new report.

4. Beyoncé, a $100,000-a-night suite and a red carpet of influencers: Dubai basks in its booming economy

   Beyoncé was performing her first live concert in more than four years at a private event for the opening of Atlantis The Royal, a $1.4 billion luxury hotel.

5. Biden administration rolls out a blueprint for a 'renters bill of rights' – Here's what it includes

   The Biden administration rolled out a blueprint for a renters bill of rights, a major win for tenants, advocates say.

6. 92% of millennial homebuyers say inflation has impacted their purchase plans, but most are plowing ahead anyway, study shows

   Despite high inflation making many things — including houses — more expensive, most millennials who plan to buy a home are simply adjusting their approach.

7. Weekly mortgage demand jumps 7% as interest rates drop to lowest level since September

   Mortgage interest rates fell for the third straight week, while mortgage demand rose again.

8. These common misconceptions can prevent you from achieving that perfect credit score

   When it comes to credit scores, there are a few things many borrowers often get wrong. Here are the top misconceptions standing between you and perfect credit.

9. Existing home sales fell for the 11th consecutive month in December, hitting the slowest pace since November 2010

   Home sales have fallen for 11 consecutive months as mortgage rates weigh on the market.

10. Getting your credit score above 800 isn't easy, but it's 'definitely attainable,' says analyst. Here's how to do it

    The national average credit score sits at an all-time high of 716. Here's what it takes to get it above 800.