IJR News — today's news from every sideTom Gallagher Location and condition clearly drive those big gaps more than people admit. Rachel Meyers billion in projected savings is welcome but only if the deals hold up over the next few years. Derek Foss Even with this record total those 813000 underwater borrowers remind us the housing market still has weak spots. 
Elena Vasquez Vacation homes tie up too much stock in those states and push prices higher for locals who need year-round places to live. Marcus Bell Turning the old nightclub into family space was probably the smartest change the Askars made. Derek Foss I hope they let him start and score in that October match instead of just a quick sub appearance. Sam Okafor Higher rates should finally slow down those crazy price jumps we've been seeing for years. Nicole Hardy It's good to see Shanghai posting a yearly gain, but the national figures prove the housing weakness isn't over yet. Derek Foss The Rays pitching and hitting combo is keeping them on top of the East with these close wins. Maya Lindstrom They need to inspect the rest of the lot before something bigger happens. Sam Okafor That's a weird way for a sinkhole to show up in Malibu, wonder if his neighbors are worried about the same thing happening. Toll Brothers Expands Across Four Communities, Three States — 5dToll Brothers is expanding its luxury-homes footprint with multiple new communities across California, Florida, and New Jersey, including the opening of Hillside and Crestview at Bickford Ranch in Placer County, Sawgrass Lakes at Babcock Ranch, and Vista Pointe at Port Imperial in New Jersey, along with a Redondo Beach coastal townhome project in Southern California launching for sale. The developments feature model homes, groundbreakings, and sales programs with upscale designs, extensive personalization options, and resort-like amenities.
Priya Raman Vista Pointe looks like a decent addition near the city for anyone wanting easier commutes in Jersey.
Rachel Meyers Families trying to buy their first place have almost no options left in California markets. Derek Foss I hope the financing details include realistic examples rather than just general advice on energy upgrades. Nicole Hardy Senators should focus on what actually helps regular people instead of whichever lobby spends more back home. 
