Current News & Events
MRED Revokes Zillow’s Access to its Listing Data Feeds
MRED accused Zillow of “attempting to impose” its own display rules on listings marketed under MRED policies. Continue Reading MRED Revokes Zillow’s Access to its Listing Data Feeds
House Passes Revised Version of Senate’s Housing Bill
President Trump has signaled he had no problems with the changes made in the House to the bill. Continue Reading House Passes Revised Version of Senate’s Housing Bill
Kristina K. Williams to Step Down as CEO at FHLB Des Moines
Williams has served in this position since January 2020. Continue Reading Kristina K. Williams to Step Down as CEO at FHLB Des Moines
30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Drops to 3-Year Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.06% as of Jan. 15. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Drops to 3-Year Low
Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
For the fourth quarter of 2025, there was a total of 111,692 properties with foreclosure filings, up 10% from the previous quarter and up 32% year-over-year. Continue Reading Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
Looking ahead into 2026, Zillow expects slow but steady home value growth, falling mortgage rates and rising incomes to contribute to a nationwide improvement in affordability. Continue Reading Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
The average loan size for new homes increased from $378,063 in November to $380,607 in December. Continue Reading December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
Kamala Harris Drops $8.15 Million on Malibu Mansion
The area is home to prominent Hollywood stars and high-tech titans. Continue Reading Kamala Harris Drops $8.15 Million on Malibu Mansion
The Indiana Bears? Hoosier Governor Campaigns to Attract Chicago’s Football Team
“We are working hard to bring the Chicago Bears to the Hoosier State so they can really see what a great place is to have a business,” said Gov. Braun. Continue Reading The Indiana Bears? Hoosier Governor Campaigns to Attract Chicago’s Football Team
Tennessee Voters to Consider Ban on State Property Tax
While there has not been a state property tax collection since 1946, a proposed constitutional amendment would ensure that authority is disabled for good. Continue Reading Tennessee Voters to Consider Ban on State Property Tax
House of Representatives Passes Affordable HOMES Act
The bill has been received in the US Senate, where it was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Continue Reading House of Representatives Passes Affordable HOMES Act
Florida Dominated December’s Luxury Real Estate Market
The month’s most expensive sale was also the fourth most expensive sale of 2025. Continue Reading Florida Dominated December’s Luxury Real Estate Market















