Housing Market Signals: Homebuyer demand sank to a record low in July as mortgage rates stayed elevated, with Redfin citing affordability pressure and more sellers than buyers in many metros. Affordable Senior Development: Gainesville, Georgia broke ground on Lakeside at Harrison Village, a 100-unit 55+ affordable community backed by tax-exempt bonds and major finance partners. Local Housing Policy Clash: Maui County debated hotel zoning amendments that would shrink the pool of vacation rentals converted to long-term housing under Bill 9, drawing sharp criticism from opponents. Construction & Infrastructure Funding: Will County secured $1.092 million in federal Community Project Funding for a Lake Michigan water hookup milestone serving 250,000+ residents. Airport Capital Planning: MWAA advanced a $15.5 billion Dulles reconfiguration plan, relying on future bond sales and traveler facility charges. Court Fight Over Federal Projects: The Supreme Court fight over Trump’s White House ballroom continues, with preservation groups arguing construction without congressional approval could cause irreparable harm. National Debt & Rates: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said there’s “nothing magic” about the $40T debt mark while proposing larger bond buybacks to support liquidity. Data Centers & Power Costs: New reporting highlights how AI data-center growth could push up electricity prices for households, adding pressure to local grids. Sanctions & Construction Links: The U.S. expanded Cuba sanctions to include the Ministry of Construction, tightening enforcement tied to government-linked entities.