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Nationwide Foreclosures Rising — Who’s Driving the Boom?
Foreclosure activity across the United States has turned noticeably higher in 2025, reversing a multi-year lull that followed pandemic-era protections. Data from leading property analysts show both foreclosure starts (when

The Port Washington Data Center: What’s Coming and What It Means for the Community
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational and industry-awareness purposes only. Capitol Lien is not affiliated with or involved in the Port Washington data center project or any related development

Wisconsin’s Real Estate Disclosure Rules: Navigating Flood Risk Amid Extreme Weather Events
1. The Real Estate Condition Report (RECR): Your Legal Disclosure Responsibility Under Wisconsin law, most sellers must complete and provide a Real Estate Condition Report (RECR)—also known as the seller’s

What Is the “Taylor Swift Tax”?
For all you Swifties out there – this unofficial nickname refers to a new Rhode Island tax targeting non-owner-occupied residential properties assessed at $1 million or more. It imposes an

Americans’ Current Buying Power: August 2025 Housing Market
National Picture: Buying Power Shrinks Sharply Only 28% of U.S. homes are now affordable for a median-income household, down from 55.7% in 2019. This steep decline highlights how much harder

The Rise of the 70-Year-Old Homebuyer — What’s Really Happening?
While the often-cited figure of a 70-year-old average homebuyer may exaggerate the reality, the data do confirm a clear trend: the homebuying population is getting older. What the Numbers Show


