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Topics Economy

Exposures Interest Rates

2 Stocks I'm Going to Buy Before 2024

December 18, 2023

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals possible rate cuts in 2024, sending real estate stocks soaring to outperform all other sectors in the S&P 500.

Santa Rally Boosts Real Estate Stocks: 5 ETF Picks To Ride The Fed Rate Cut Wave

December 14, 2023

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Topics ETFs Economy Stocks

Exposures Interest Rates US Equities

These Were The Best Performing REITs In November

December 04, 2023

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Major Asset Classes: November 2023 Performance Review

December 01, 2023

This real estate stock has achieved stellar growth thanks, directly and indirectly, to the growing popularity of online shopping, but it faces some headwinds in the near term.

Is Stag Industrial Stock a Buy?

November 30, 2023

There's a difference between a REIT with a reliable dividend plus a high yield and one with a shockingly high yield and a terrible dividend history.

1 Ultra-High-Yield REIT Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

November 29, 2023

Here's the whole real estate strategy in a nutshell, you can copy Buffett's plan, or play a completely new one of your own. You can't help but make money

Home sales hit a 13-year low... what now?

November 28, 2023

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index, covering all nine U.S. census divisions, reported a 3.9% annual change in September, up from a 2.5% change in the previous month.

Topics Economy

Exposures Economy Interest Rates

Home Prices Surge Nationally, Detroit Leads Major City Gains

November 28, 2023

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2 Top Trends to Invest $10,000 in Right Now

November 23, 2023

Going contrarian with rising rates and the chip sector downturn could end up being a great long-term call for patient investors.

U.S. stocks are kicking off the Thanksgiving holiday week on a positive note, with all major Wall Street indices trading in the green as of midday in New York.

Stocks Grind Higher, Oil Rallies, Dollar Falls: What's Driving Markets Monday?

November 20, 2023

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You Don't Have to Pick a Winner In REITs. Here's Why.

November 20, 2023

Real estate can be an appealing kind of investment, and REITs make it easy.

These REIT ETFs are great picks for lower risk exposure to the real estate market and with the potential for large returns in the future.

3 REIT ETFs to Buy for Massive Long-Term Gains

November 17, 2023

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Topics ETFs

Large-Cap Stocks Pause, Small Caps Shine, Oil Makes Comeback: What's Driving Markets Friday?

November 17, 2023

Wall Street experienced a relatively quiet session as the week came to a close, with the three major averages hovering around parity in midday trading in New York, yet still on course for their third...

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Is It Time to Sell Your REITs?

November 08, 2023

Most REITs are not doing so well this year, up to the point that many investors wonder if they should sell them.

The housing market is playing with fire after experiencing a couple of boom years, one industry will be the answer to fix it all, will you participate?

You won't believe what Buffett's latest investments reveal

November 07, 2023

With mortgage rates nearing 8%, one key decision is creating a stir across the real estate sector by lowering commission costs.

A Landmark Verdict Could Change How Much You Pay For Your Next House

November 02, 2023

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Major Asset Classes Performance Review

November 01, 2023

October was another rough for global markets. With the exception of cash, all the major asset classes fell last month.

These tech names have shaken the real estate sector - and consumer - out of its bear market slump; you must decide if you accept the analysts' bullish outlook

The digital face of Real Estate, your best bets this year

November 01, 2023

A mixed run for markets last week offered a partial reprieve, but the trend profile still skews negative overall, based on a broad measure of the major asset classes via a set of ETFs.

Year-To-Date Returns For Major Asset Classes Continue To Fade

October 30, 2023

When you're spending money from your portfolio, it sure helps to have cash coming in to help replenish those lost dollars.

These 3 Dividend ETFs Are a Retiree's Best Friend

October 27, 2023

Now you too can get a leg up in the world of REITs, by investing alongside directors and 'smart money' all seeking reliable yields with double-digit upside

Topics ETFs

3 REITs That Have Crushed A Two-Year REIT Bear Market

October 26, 2023

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Simon Property Group's 7.2% Dividend Has Insiders Buying In Bulk

October 25, 2023

The real estate boom is about to begin, with companies high in the value chain showing their bullish colors, namely those in the construction space

Buffett is Right Again about the Housing Market

October 24, 2023

Secular tailwinds can push a portfolio up without focusing on just a single company.

You Don't Have to Pick a Winner in Warehouse/Industrial REITs. Here's Why.

October 20, 2023

Finding the right ETF for diversification isn't easy. These ETFs, though, provide both diversification and long-term growth.

7 ETFs to Buy for Diversified Exposure and Long-Term Growth

October 18, 2023

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Topics ETFs

Americans Face Historic Lack Of Affordability In Housing Market, Data Shows

October 15, 2023

The dream of homeownership in the U.S. is becoming increasingly challenging. Factors such as escalating interest rates, surging property prices and mounting insurance expenses have made housing less...

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Amazon, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks And More: CNBC's 'Final Trades'

October 13, 2023

On CNBC’s "Halftime Report Final Trades," Stephanie Link of Hightower named Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN), saying that Prime Day is going really well and

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Rising Prices Squeeze Small Businesses: Only 43% Expect Better Conditions In Next 6 Months

October 10, 2023

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Will US Stock Market’s Outsized Leadership Persist In Q4?

October 09, 2023

American shares have been the upside outlier for performance leadership for much of the year for the major asset classes, based on set of proxy ETFs through Friday’s close, Oct. 6.