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October 2025 | Economic Perspective | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ From Farmhands to Professionals Two and a half centuries ago, the average American worker was farming, forging, or crafting goods by hand. Today, they’re analyzing data, managing teams, and leading digital innovation. Across 250 years, the U.S. workforce has evolved from agricultural grit to professional precision — trading physical endurance for mental agility, and local production for global collaboration. Th

October 2025 | Market Migration | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ A Tale of Two Markets The line between New York City and Connecticut real estate keeps blurring. As high-income professionals trade city skyline views for suburban breathing room, Fairfield County has become one of the most sought-after relocation zones in the Northeast. After years of remote and hybrid work reshaping buyer behavior, the trend has evolved from temporary movement to permanent migration. What started

October 2025 | Policy + Market Insights | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ A New Chapter in Connecticut Housing After months of debate and a gubernatorial veto earlier this year, Connecticut lawmakers are aligning on a new housing bill that could reshape development and affordability across the state. The proposal—now in its final stages before a special legislative session—focuses on three major areas: zoning reform, infrastructure expansion, and housing accessibility. At its cor

October 2025 | Market Insights | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ A New Level of Luxury Connecticut’s luxury market is rewriting the record books. For the first time, seven Connecticut ZIP codes  now rank among the most expensive in the nation  — and every single one of them lies within Fairfield County . These elite pockets represent some of the most desirable communities in the Northeast, defined by high-end amenities, coastal access, and a deep bench of cash buyers. Here’s wher

October 2025 | Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ What the Numbers Show A new wave of growth is reshaping the U.S. housing map — and while Connecticut isn’t on the list of the nation’s top 50 fastest-growing counties, the lessons are crystal clear. Population growth continues to accelerate across key regions, led by affordability, job opportunities, and lifestyle appeal. These migration patterns are transforming once-affordable markets into bustling housing hubs. And

October 2025 | First-Time Buyer Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ What’s Going On Despite some of the toughest affordability pressures in decades, next-up buyers born between 1997 and 2012 aren’t walking away from the dream of owning a home. According to recent data, they’re simply adapting. Key findings: Many Gen Zers list career advancement as their first milestone , ahead of buying a home, getting married, or having children. About 51%  say they’re “highly concerned” ab

October 2025 | Market Signals | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ A New Shift: Inventory Flattens While Foreclosure Filings Climb A key piece of data has emerged: foreclosure filings across the U.S. are rising, even as the housing inventory rebound loses steam. In June 2025 , ATTOM reported that 1 in every 4,361 housing units  faced a foreclosure filing—with Connecticut  ranking 20th nationally, at 1 in every 4,609 units . In the first half of 2025, total foreclosure filings jumped

October 2025 | Market Pulse | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ What’s Changing — With a Local Twist After several months of improving housing...

October 8, 2025 | Connecticut Real Estate Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ Connecticut’s housing scene is turning heads across the...

October 7, 2025 | Housing Affordability & Lifestyle | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ Living solo has always come with perks — freedom,...

October 6, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ In a clear sign that the housing market is shifting, nearly 17% of...

September 26, 2025 | Finance Hacks | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ What Is the 0.01% Rule? The 0.01% Rule  is a simple financial hack: If a...

September 25, 2025 | Demographics & Housing | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ What’s Going On The U.S. fertility rate fell to around 1.6...

September 24, 2025 | Economic Insights | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ Key Takeaways Economist Mark Zandi  of Moody’s Analytics warns that...

September 23, 2025 | Housing Market Insights | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ For buyers watching prices soar in many parts of the country,...

September 22, 2025 | Housing Market Insights | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ Key Findings from the NextGen Report A new report reveals a...

September 21, 2025 | Data & Mortgage Insight | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ For decades, homeowners focused primarily on interest rates...

September 20, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ The U.S. housing market looks very different today compared to...

September 19, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ Contract Cancellations Hit New Highs Home purchase cancellations...

September 18, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️ We’ve entered a housing boom projected to last another 25 years...