# affordability — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 22 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover affordability. Page: Feed: --- ## [Fannie Mae Sharply Raises Mortgage Rate Forecast Through mid-2027](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/20/fannie-mae-sharply-raises-mortgage-rate-forecast-through-mid-2027/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fannie-mae-sharply-raises-mortgage-rate-forecast-through-mid-2027) _2026-08-20 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ Fannie Mae now is predicting 30-year fixed mortgage rates will average 6.8% in the fourth quarter of 2026 and remain at that level through the first half of 2027. The post Fannie Mae Sharply Raises Mortgage Rate Forecast Through mid-2027 first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [HOAs Ramping Up Foreclosures Against Delinquent Homeowners](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/20/hoas-ramping-up-foreclosures-against-delinquent-homeowners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hoas-ramping-up-foreclosures-against-delinquent-homeowners) _2026-08-20 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ Cash-strapped homeowners associations nationwide reportedly are taking a tougher stance on unpaid dues and pursuing foreclosure against more homeowners as communities grapple with mounting financial pressures. The post HOAs Ramping Up Foreclosures Against Delinquent Homeowners first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [National Debt Tops $40T After Doubling in Less Than a Decade](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/20/national-debt-tops-40t-after-doubling-in-less-than-a-decade/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=national-debt-tops-40t-after-doubling-in-less-than-a-decade) _2026-08-20 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ The Treasury Department's reported that the nation's debt reached $40.05 trillion on Aug. 18, more than double its level in 2017. Heavy government borrowing can impact the affordability of housing. The post National Debt Tops $40T After Doubling in Less Than a Decade first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [RFP alert: Appalachian Power seeks 800 MW of battery storage in Virginia](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/20/rfp-alert-appalachian-power-seeks-800-mw-of-battery-storage-in-virginia/) _2026-08-20 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ The utility has issued two solicitations to meet Virginia Clean Economy Act requirements by 2040. ## [Florida district deploys 375 solar streetlights via infrastructure-as-a-service model](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/20/florida-district-deploys-375-solar-streetlights-via-infrastructure-as-a-service-model/) _2026-08-20 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ The Sun ’N Lake Improvement District partnered with Sustainability Partners to install off-grid LED streetlights, bypassing traditional utility trenching costs and grid-connection delays. ## [Proposed $67 billion utility merger sparks concern about rooftop solar access, bill affordability](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/20/proposed-67-billion-utility-merger-sparks-concern-about-rooftop-solar-access-bill-affordability/) _2026-08-20 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ A potential merger between NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy is raising concerns among Virginia clean energy advocates and state officials over the potential impact on rooftop solar policies, net metering protections, and long-term bill affordability. ## [Three Takeaways From Our Investigation Into a Shady New York Union](https://nysfocus.com/2026/08/20/ibotu-local-713-new-york-takeaways) _2026-08-20 · Sam Mellins · New York Focus_ IBOTU pays its bosses millions, and employers use it to fend off more aggressive unions. ## [Study Reveals the Best U.S. Markets for Construction, Value & More](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/19/study-reveals-the-best-u-s-markets-for-construction-value-more/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=study-reveals-the-best-u-s-markets-for-construction-value-more) _2026-08-19 · Demetria C. Lester · The MortgagePoint_ To identify the top local real estate markets in the country, WalletHub analyzed 300 cities of different sizes based on essential indicators of housing market appeal and economic robustness, providing homebuyers with more education when choosing a home to settle down in. The post Study Reveals the Best U.S. Markets for Construction, Value & More first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Cash Buyers Retreating Swiftly as the Volume of Sales Diminishes](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/19/cash-buyers-retreating-swiftly-as-the-volume-of-sales-diminishes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cash-buyers-retreating-swiftly-as-the-volume-of-sales-diminishes) _2026-08-19 · Demetria C. Lester · The MortgagePoint_ According to new Realtor.com data, in early 2026, cash transactions represented more than 30% of home sales, as a combination of declining prices, better inventory levels, and a more balanced market facilitated the return of more financed buyers. The post Cash Buyers Retreating Swiftly as the Volume of Sales Diminishes first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Fed Meeting Minutes Reveal Case for Immediate Rate Hike](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/19/fed-meeting-minutes-reveal-case-for-immediate-rate-hike/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fed-meeting-minutes-reveal-case-for-immediate-rate-hike) _2026-08-19 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ In a 9-3 vote at its July FOMC meeting, some members said they believed a rate hike was needed to battle inflation. In the end, the rates held steady. The post Fed Meeting Minutes Reveal Case for Immediate Rate Hike first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Transcript-Driven Stock Discovery (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HOzVbmXBN7yQ) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Ranked, evidence-backed watchlists from indexed executive transcripts for 1–2 quarter horizons ## [Consumer Ninja: Inside SA’s R10bn fraud battle](https://omny.fm/shows/the-money-show/consumer-ninja-inside-sa-s-r10bn-fraud-battle) _2026-08-19 · Wendy Knowler is the Consumer Ninja_ Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler, about what two new fraud reports reveal about the scale of financial crime in South Africa, with R2.41 billion lost to digital banking fraud in 2025 and a further R7.44 billion worth of fraud prevented before funds could be stolen. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/1ecba37a-6d83-4ee9-a295-a57100b7f2df/c7ff1be3-6123-4776-b8f3-b4ab0121a3c1/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=711c7a8d-240c-42c0-a601-aabc00a2e773) ## [Gold Rallies $150+ on Bessent’s “QE-Lite” - Why I’ve Been Waiting for This Sign](https://khlfsn.substack.com/p/gold-rallies-150-on-bessents-qe-lite) _2026-08-19 · Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network Substack_ By Kerry Lutz, Financial Survival Network Wednesday, August 19, 2026 ## [Multifamily Giants AvalonBay, Equity Residential Complete Their Merger](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/19/multifamily-giants-avalonbay-equity-residential-complete-their-merger/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=multifamily-giants-avalonbay-equity-residential-complete-their-merger) _2026-08-19 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ The merger created Vivmark Residential, which now is one of the country's largest real estate companies with an equity market capitalization of roughly $51 billion and an enterprise value of about $70 billion, with more than 184,000 rental apartments and over 11,100 apartments under construction. The post Multifamily Giants AvalonBay, Equity Residential Complete Their Merger first appeared on The… ## [Home Prices Post Fastest Annual Gain in a Year Despite Tepid Demand](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/19/u-s-home-prices-rose-in-july-but-almost-unchanged-from-a-month-earlier/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=u-s-home-prices-rose-in-july-but-almost-unchanged-from-a-month-earlier) _2026-08-19 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ U.S. home prices rose 3.4% year over year in July, according to Redfin, as luxury buyers helped prop up the market despite high mortgage rates and a growing seller surplus. The post Home Prices Post Fastest Annual Gain in a Year Despite Tepid Demand first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Essential system testing every solar project needs for long-term performance](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/19/essential-system-testing-every-solar-project-needs-for-long-term-performance/) _2026-08-19 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ Comprehensive proactive testing across all operational stages, from commissioning to routine maintenance, is essential to identify hidden electrical, structural, and communication faults before they trigger severe safety risks, costly downtime, and lost energy revenue. ## [EDF power solutions secures PPAs with NV Energy for 400 MW solar-plus-storage project](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/19/edf-power-solutions-secures-ppas-with-nv-energy-for-400-mw-solar-plus-storage-project/) _2026-08-19 · Ben Zientara · pv magazine USA_ The deal involves power from the Winston Energy Project, which will include 400 MWac of solar generation paired with a 400 MW/1,600 MWh battery energy storage system, with operations slated for 2029. ## [Say Hello to The Multifamily Impact Framework](https://housingimpact.substack.com/p/say-hello-to-the-multifamily-impact) _2026-08-19 · Bob Simpson · Affordable Housing Handbook_ Industry Standards for Impact-Driven Multifamily Impact Investments ## [TOYO revenue surges 88% in H1 2026 as U.S. solar market drives growth](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/19/toyo-revenue-surges-88-in-h1-2026-as-u-s-solar-market-drives-growth/) _2026-08-19 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ Sales to U.S. customers reached $210.5 million, accounting for over 80% of total revenue as the company advances its 2 GW module and 1.5 GW cell manufacturing hub in Texas. ## [COMMIEsteria: Best Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Memes](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/commiesteria-best-democratic-socialists-of-america-dsa-memes) _2026-08-19 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ Communism with patience, resentment disguised as compassion (enforced by tyranny disguised as tolerance) and more Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) memes! ## [LG Energy Solution starts battery production at new Lansing facility](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/19/lg-energy-solution-starts-battery-production-at-new-lansing-facility/) _2026-08-19 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ The $2 billion plant will manufacture LFP cells for utility-scale energy storage systems alongside high-density NMC cells for electric vehicles. ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/mYQHt7KKs7Su) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and access low-cost global trading. ## [Ensuring safety of plug-in solar](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/19/ensuring-safety-of-plug-in-solar/) _2026-08-19 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ Plug-in solar legislation being adopted across the country has many commonalities including the requirement of a UL mark of safety. ## [This New York Union Gives Millions to Its Bosses, Pennies to the Rank-and-File](https://nysfocus.com/2026/08/19/ibotu-local-713-union-salaries-employers) _2026-08-19 · Sam Mellins · New York Focus_ Employers have sought out the family-run IBOTU to fend off more aggressive unions. Five of its officers collected more than $27 million over the past decade — nearly half the dues its members paid. ## [The Bulletin: August 13–19, 2026](https://stevebull.substack.com/p/the-bulletin-august-1319-2026) _2026-08-19 · Steve Bull · Today's Contemplation_ This past week’s articles of interest… ## [How Do We Qualify The “Intelligence” of AI? Let’s Examine 4 Dimensions we use in Daily Life.](https://joshbersin.substack.com/p/how-do-we-qualify-the-intelligence) _2026-08-18 · Josh Bersin · Josh Bersin Unleashed_ The name "artificial intelligence" is expansive, yet AI of today is spiky and uneven. Let’s evaluate AI across four dimensions. ## [U.S. Rents Continue to Rise… and Here’s Why](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/18/u-s-rents-continue-to-rise-and-heres-why/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=u-s-rents-continue-to-rise-and-heres-why) _2026-08-18 · Demetria C. Lester · The MortgagePoint_ The high cost of buying a home is a major contributor to the rising cost of renting a home, according to a new Zillow report. The post U.S. Rents Continue to Rise… and Here’s Why first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Single-Family Home Construction Declines, But New Permits Offer Glimmer of Hope](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/18/permits-may-assist-in-supplying-demand-as-single-family-home-construction-plummets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=permits-may-assist-in-supplying-demand-as-single-family-home-construction-plummets) _2026-08-18 · Demetria C. Lester · The MortgagePoint_ In July, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that single-family housing starts were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of more than 800,000, a notable decrease from June and an additional decline compared to the same month last year. The post Single-Family Home Construction Declines, But New Permits Offer Glimmer of Hope first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Survey: We Want to Hear From New York Teachers About AI and Ed Tech](https://nysfocus.com/2026/08/18/new-york-teacher-survey-ai-technology) _2026-08-18 · Melissa Manno · New York Focus_ If you’re a K–12 educator in New York, we want to know how you feel about technology in the classroom. ## [Enrolling 10% of California EVs in vehicle-to-grid programs by 2036 could deliver a third of the state’s energy storage goals](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/18/enrolling-10-of-california-evs-in-vehicle-to-grid-programs-by-2036-could-deliver-a-third-of-the-states-energy-storage-goals/) _2026-08-18 · Ben Zientara · pv magazine USA_ A new report from GridLab, Kevala, and E3 provides a roadmap for unlocking the potential of millions of customer-owned energy resources to improve affordability and grid reliability. ## [Translucent Energy launches 1.2 GW solar module factory in South Carolina](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/08/18/translucent-energy-launches-1-2-gw-solar-module-factory-in-south-carolina/) _2026-08-18 · Ryan Kennedy · pv magazine USA_ Translucent Energy is preparing for December commercial shipments from its Summerville assembly plant, deploying flexible N-type lines capable of handling multiple wafer sizes and module architectures. ## [TRANSPARENCYsteria: Best Censorship Memes](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/transparencysteria-best-censorship-memes) _2026-08-18 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ Elon makes government censorship transparent by open sourcing it, "hate speech" is free speech, if we were really wrong about them/it (they would not need to censor us) and more censorship memes! ## [Sync bookmarks across every browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2fU8BHK8gTNJ) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync across Chrome, Firefox and Safari; built-in ad and tracker blocker. ## [Gold and Silver Are Getting Ready for Another Run at the Records](https://khlfsn.substack.com/p/gold-and-silver-are-getting-ready) _2026-08-18 · Kerry Lutz · Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network Substack_ Gold and silver have already shown us what they are capable of. ## [The Messy World of AI-Powered Recruiting Where Nobody Is Happy](https://joshbersin.substack.com/p/the-messy-world-of-ai-powered-recruiting-97a) _2026-08-17 · Josh Bersin · Josh Bersin Unleashed_ AI-powered recruiting has so much potential, yet job seekers, recruiters, and executives remain frustrated. This massive $100+ billion market is filled with AI systems that work very well, yet as you’ll hear, this market is still immature. Not only are jo [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211566484/57df7434d7ee9b77164c78541ba62664.mp3) ## [SILVER ALERTsteria: Best Mitch McConnell is Still AWOL Memes](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/silver-alertsteria-best-mitch-mcconnell-is-still-awol-memes) _2026-08-17 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ Where's Maxine Waters? 92-year-old Sen. Chuck Grassley will run in 2028 (when the rest of us get sent to Gulags), yet more proof of life Mitch photos/videos & more Mitch McConnell is still AWOL memes! ## [The Real Affordability Crisis: Our Government is Unaffordable](https://khlfsn.substack.com/p/the-real-affordability-crisis-our) _2026-08-17 · Kerry Lutz · Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network Substack_ The affordability crisis isn’t really a pricing problem. ## [‘Losing My Mind’: New York Prisons Are Holding People in ‘Shit Rooms’ With No Running Water](https://nysfocus.com/2026/08/17/new-york-prisons-contraband-watch-rooms) _2026-08-17 · Chris Gelardi and Raina Lipsitz · New York Focus_ State facilities detain prisoners suspected of ingesting contraband in “special watch” cells for days or weeks. ## [Belatedly Released State Document Suggests Subsidies Would Exceed $700M; Deadlines of 2037/39 for 1st Block and 2040/42 (!?) for 2nd Block Have Escape Hatches](https://normanoder.substack.com/p/belatedly-released-state-document) _2026-08-16 · Norman Oder · Atlantic Yards/Pacific Park Report (Substack)_ If the smaller first block needs $350M, a $700M total wouldn't be enough. NYS admits second platform block not yet viable. Affordable housing conforms to plans disclosed. ## [This Is How You Treat ‘Suckers and Losers’](https://musingsofanobodyweb.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/this-is-how-you-treat-suckers-and-losers/) _2026-08-16 · Rick Elia · Musings of a Nobody_ I don’t know why anyone would think a man who’s called members of the military “suckers and losers” should be entrusted with the job of commander-in-chief over that same military. Not just any military, but the best funded, best trained, … Continue reading → ## [BREAD&CIRCUSES: Great Reset Humor Roundup (August 16, 2026)](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/bread-circuses-great-reset-humor-august-16-2026) _2026-08-16 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ The Democryssey: House of 1200 DC. Scooby Doo: The Mystery of the Reflecting Pool. If “Friends” had been produced today, “Pindia challenge," Hitler wants a datacenter & more Great Reset humor! ## [Today’s Contemplation: Collapse Cometh CCLVI–Affordability, Collapse, and the Architecture of Hydrocarbon Decline, Part 3](https://stevebull.substack.com/p/todays-contemplation-collapse-cometh-f22) _2026-08-16 · Steve Bull · Today's Contemplation_ Affordability, Collapse, and the Architecture of Hydrocarbon Decline, Part 3 ## [Here Is Where I Stand: My Platform for Florida’s 12th Congressional District](https://kimberlyoverman.substack.com/p/here-is-where-i-stand-my-platform) _2026-08-15 · Kimberly Overman for Congress · Kimberly Overman for Congress_ Leadership that listens. Solutions that matter. A voter guide from Kimberly Overman, Democratic Congressional Candidate Florida District 12. ## [TACOsteria: Best Trump Hides in a Catering Truck Memes](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/tacosteria-best-trump-hides-in-a-catering-truck-memes) _2026-08-15 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ From fight fight fight to hide hide hide! Iran Iran so far away (to hide in a catering truck), the crate escape, he's Turducken, cater force one and more Trump hides in a catering truck memes! ## [Settlement Led to Major Improvements at Troubled Nursing Home Chain, Report Finds](https://nysfocus.com/2026/08/14/new-york-nursing-home-settlement-improvements) _2026-08-14 · Sam Mellins · New York Focus_ New York Focus found dire failures in patient care at several homes in the chain, but conditions have still markedly improved since before the settlement. ## [The DSA Can Abolish Bills—It Can’t Abolish Costs](https://ryanbourne.substack.com/p/the-dsa-can-abolish-billsit-cant) _2026-08-14 · Ryan Bourne · The War on Prices_ The Democratic Socialists of America’s (DSA) new platform promises a world without bills. ## [Today’s Contemplation: Collapse Cometh CCLV–Affordability, Collapse, and the Architecture of Hydrocarbon Decline, Part 2](https://stevebull.substack.com/p/todays-contemplation-collapse-cometh-700) _2026-08-14 · Steve Bull · Today's Contemplation_ Affordability, Collapse, and the Architecture of Hydrocarbon Decline, Part 2 ## [Workday, Zuckerberg, Galileo, and Frontline Work](https://joshbersin.substack.com/p/workday-zuckerberg-galileo-and-frontline-2dd) _2026-08-14 · Josh Bersin · Josh Bersin Unleashed_ Today I discuss Workday and the potential Silver Lake buyout, Meta’s personal AI strategy and it’s potential for business, update on Galileo, and our new research on frontline work. Most of today’s podcast is “analyst perspectives” but lots of direction i [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211182306/723b9a381a3c220dac4bcce868fd6b5d.mp3) ## [WW3steria: Best Operation Epstein Fury Memes & Updates (August 14, 2026)](https://covidsteria.substack.com/p/ww3steria-best-operation-epstein-fury-memes-updates-august-14-2026) _2026-08-14 · COVIDsteria + Daily Memes_ Suddenly, they oppose collective punishment. Counting the # of times Trump says he won the war, "Once upon a time in the Middle East," the noticing will continue & more Epstein Fury memes/updates! ## [The Global Fiat Debt Reset Begins - John Rubino](https://khlfsn.substack.com/p/the-global-fiat-debt-reset-begins) _2026-08-14 · Melissa K. Evans · Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network Substack_ How global currency manipulation is eroding generational wealth, and the overlooked mining stocks positioned to boom [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211104189/c80c79a9c42c7b962d7b924b82607d56.mp3) ## [As Published in Deadline: Don’t Believe Paramount’s Hype.](https://agrobbonta.substack.com/p/as-published-in-deadline-dont-believe) _2026-08-13 · AG Rob Bonta · The Bonta Brief_ More from my guest column in Deadline ## [JD Vance’s Problem Is with Your Choices, Not GDP](https://ryanbourne.substack.com/p/jd-vances-problem-is-with-your-choices) _2026-08-13 · Ryan Bourne · The War on Prices_ JD Vance’s book Communion devotes a chapter to arguing that policymakers have spent decades chasing GDP at the expense of his version of the greater good. ## [WHAT CAUSED THE DECLINE OF THE PROGRESSIVE DEMOCRATIC PARTY AFTER FDR AND JFK?](https://williamlmiller.substack.com/p/what-caused-the-decline-of-the-progressive) _2026-08-13 · William L Miller · William L Miller_ Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) split into two groups after Nixon in the 1970s with one group continuing as progressive Democrats who supported FDR’s and JFK’s economic and civil rights policies and another group of Republicans opposing progressive Democrats that combined regressive and conservative Republicans.