Local Planning & Growth: Cheyenne council heard updates from Cox Ranch data center developers, with annexation now pushed to Sept. 14 and plans for 2–3 buildings on the southwest portion, while they keep holding public open houses. Housing Shortage & Policy: In Grand County’s 2026 races, candidates focus on boosting “starter homes” and workforce housing via public-private partnerships like community land trusts. China Housing Finance Overhaul: China issued new rules to speed the shift away from presales—pushing completed-home sales, tightening when units can be marketed, and requiring regulated accounts for buyer funds. Buyer Costs & Market Signals: Alabama’s market is heating up—sales up for six straight months, but prices are rising fast, with the average home now about $287,750. Homebuyer Practical Tips: A guide says you can turn an old Android phone into a Wi‑Fi extender using built-in hotspot settings. Homeownership Reality Check: A U.S. report finds all-cash purchases are cooling (31.4% of sales in early 2026), though cash still dominates at the luxury end. Affordability Spotlight: Habitat for Humanity in Belgrade, Montana is targeting the “missing middle,” aiming for homes around $350,000 for working families. Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed rate edging up to 6.66%, which can squeeze buying power.