Giulia Carbonaro
US News Reporter
Giulia Carbonaro is a Newsweek Reporter based in London, U.K. Her focus is on U.S. and European politics, global affairs and housing. She has covered the ups and downs of the U.S. housing market extensively, as well as given in-depth insights into the unfolding war in Ukraine. Giulia joined Newsweek in 2022 from CGTN Europe and had previously worked at the European Central Bank. She is a graduate of Nottingham Trent University. Languages: English, Italian, French. Email: g.carbonaro@newsweek.com.
White-collar jobs are disappearing
The so-called "white-collar recession" continues as unemployed Americans in the professional and business service sector struggle to find new jobs.
Mortgage warning issued over Trump's immigration crackdown
The pledge to deport millions of migrants could send both home prices and mortgage rates shooting up, experts tell Newsweek.
11 US cities that will pay you to live there
There are several cities across the country offering cash incentives to those willing to move there.
DC house prices slashed as DOGE targets federal workers
New listings in Washington, D.C., have risen over the past few weeks, as mass layoffs leave federal workers uncertain about their future.
Tom Hanks' 'SNL' appearance mocking MAGA sparks anger
The Hollywood actor brought back the character of Doug, a Trump-loving conservative sporting a southern drawl.
Home insurance crisis: Are these states next?
The conditions that have created the ongoing insurance crises in California and Florida are likely to be replicated in other states, experts warn.
Elon Musk's DOGE begins IRS audit. What to know
A Musk aide entered the IRS offices in Washington for the first time on Thursday, raising concerns over cuts to the tax agency.
Donald Trump under pressure over rising egg prices
In a letter, over 30 House Democrats urged the president to keep his campaign promise to lower the cost-of-living for Americans and bring down egg prices.
DC housing market in chaos as federal employees panic
The Trump administration's mass layoffs may upend the housing markets of cities with large shares of federal workers, experts say.
Californians made to pay more for coverage to help bail out insurers
State regulators approved a $1 billion bailout of California's insurer of last resort so that it could continue paying claims.
IRS issues advice ahead of Presidents Day weekend
Presidents Day weekend has historically been the busiest time of the year in the tax-filing season, the IRS said.
Trump administration announces plans for SNAP benefit reform
The Trump administration has vowed to "correct" what they claimed was a recent "mismanagement" of the USDA's SNAP program under Joe Biden.
San Diego plane crash: Harrowing video shows military plane fall from sky
The two pilots ejected from the aircraft and were later rescued by a sportfishing boat.
Florida bills turn tables on insurers
Two Florida lawmakers are trying to add scrutiny over homeowners insurance companies when they ask for rate hikes.
Florida offers new help to homeowners
The program allows state homeowners whose homes were destroyed or damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton to build back stronger.
America's five hottest housing markets
In January, Manchester, New Hampshire, was the hottest housing market in the United States, according to Realtor.com.
Gas prices are soaring again under Trump
Gas prices in the West Coast are about to surge by as much as 10 to 45 cents a gallon over the next couple weeks, says one expert.
When will mortgage rates go down? Forecast for rest of 2025
Analysts revised their expectations for 2025 and 2026 to include higher mortgage rates, delivering bad news to aspiring homebuyers.
Florida city's housing market is starting to turn
Growing inventory is bringing down prices in Tampa, but buyers remain hesitant to enter the market amid still-high mortgage rates.
LA homes selling for half the price after fires: "used to be paradise"
Two properties—one in Pacific Palisades, the other in Altadena—sold for significantly less than the homes' pre-fire value.
Texas has a debt problem
Despite attracting droves of new residents each year with their relative affordability, some of Texas' biggest cities are the most debt-ridden in the country.
Greg Abbott wants change to Texas property taxes
The Republican governor wants Texas homeowners to have more say on property tax hikes.
Florida's condo crisis sparks warning
Florida lawmaker Mike Caruso said that the unfolding condo crisis in the state will trigger a "wave" of homelessness.
Better Planet
Map shows where house prices risk falling due to climate change
A new study found that climate change could wipe out nearly $1.5 trillion in home values in the U.S. real estate market over the next 30 years.
The US city where homes prices have jumped nearly 30 percent
Buyers are flocking to the Midwest to find affordable homes—but they are bringing up prices there, new data shows.
Should Americans pay for insurance risk in disaster-prone states?
As home insurance gets more costly and availability drops in California and Florida, experts debate whether a national system could solve the crisis.
Study finds immigration crackdown could slow housing market
Mass deportation efforts by the Trump administration are likely to lead to a reduction in the construction sector's workforce.
Elon Musk calls for impeachment of judges after DOGE legal blows
Musk said that U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer, who temporarily blocked DOGE's access to Treasury records, should be impeached.
Housing market predictions after latest US jobs report
The latest job market report was a bit of a "mixed bag" for the housing sector, with wages now rising faster than inflation
Donald Trump shares update on Putin phone conversation
The president told the New York Post that he had talked with Putin, who said he "does care" about high casualties in Ukraine.
