AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMortgage & Rates: The Fed’s quarter-point rate hike is expected to push up borrowing costs for Sheboygan residents, hitting credit cards, auto loans and home equity lines. Mortgage Rates Today: In the U.S., the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate slipped to 6.92% (Zillow), with 15-year fixed at 6.48%. Homebuyer Costs & Planning: A new guide from Eurobank lays out a five-step mortgage process, while experts urge buyers to compare under-construction vs ready-to-move homes using total cost, upfront cash needs and timelines—not just the sticker price. Policy & Taxes: India’s CBDT eased TDS compliance for resident buyers purchasing property from non-residents, removing the need for a separate TAN starting Oct. 1, 2026. Affordable Housing: Filinvest and Pag-IBIG expanded access to affordable housing loans in the Philippines under the 4PH program. Market Signals: France’s existing-home prices fell again, with notaires pointing to affordability-driven corrections rather than a collapse. UK Deposit Help: The Lifetime ISA can add a 25% government bonus—up to £1,000 a year—for first-time buyers. Local UK Pricing Pressure: In Runcorn and Widnes, sellers cut asking prices by about £7,346 on average over the past year.
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