US mortgage rates have risen to 6.37%, driven by global tensions and renewed inflation worries. Higher borrowing costs are pushing up monthly payments, while demand for homes is cooling as affordability worsens. Experts warn the rates could remain elevated for some time, meaning buyers may face a tougher market before conditions improve.
California’s governor race enters a decisive debate night with many voters still undecided. Poll signals suggest the contest remains wide open, while affordability and the economy dominate what primary voters want to hear. Analysts say the candidates’ ability to connect with everyday financial pressure could reshape perceptions quickly and influence the outcome.
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Prime residential property prices in India kept rising, reducing how much space $1 million can buy in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. Despite all three cities moving up in global property affordability and market rankings, the purchasing power in real square footage tightened—highlighting how faster price growth is outpacing buyers’ expectations.
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