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Bad sign for commercial real estate: The architecture business is slowing down
A key read on the industry, the Architecture Billings Index, fell into negative territory in June, according to the American Institute for Architects. Inquiries for new projects hit a decade low, while design contracts also fell. Read Article
China may slip back into its old habits as growth slows. That could raise debt levels
As China's economic growth declines, some analysts say Beijing may have to spend more on infrastructure, adding to concerns about high debts. Read Article
Homebuilder optimism remains neutral despite lower mortgage interest rates
Homebuilder confidence rose slightly in July but fell below estimates. CNBC's Diana Olick reports on why the confidence isn't higher. Read Article
NAHB homebuilder sentiment index beats expectations for July
CNBC's Diana Olick takes a look at new numbers on homebuilder sentiment for July from the National Association of Home Builders. Read Article
Homebuilder sentiment ticks up slightly, as housing shortage intensifies
Builder confidence for single-family homes rose one point, to 65, in July, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read Article
The RBA seems to be increasingly cornered by housing: Analyst
Louis Christopher of SQM Research discusses debt and the housing market in Australia. Read Article
Real estate agents coach clients to sharpen bidding tactics
CNBC's Diana Olick reports on the housing market that could be on the verge of heating up, and how real estate agents are teaching clients to come out on top in a bidding war. Read Article
Bidding wars are heating up. Here's how to win your dream home
The dull days of summer may be over sooner than expected in the nation's housing market. The supply of homes for sale, which had been increasing earlier this year, could turn lower again soon, and that will likely mean the return of bidding wars. Read Article
Inside Mel Gibson's former $20 million medieval mansion
CNBC's Robert Franks takes an inside look at a medieval mansion that was once owned by Academy Award-winning actor Mel Gibson. Read Article
Fed's Powell says US homebuilders hit by 'a perfect storm' of Trump's immigration policy, tariffs
Powell says homebuilders are suffering from a labor shortage and material costs, aggravated by the Trump administration's policies. Read Article