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Trump Nominates Brian Johnson to Be CFPB Director
Johnson served as deputy director of the CFPB from 2018 to 2020 during the first Trump term. Continue Reading Trump Nominates Brian Johnson to Be CFPB Director
Median Sold Price in Mid-Atlantic Region Hits Record High
“While inventory is increasing, there are some markets where supply is still not keeping pace with demand,” said Bright MLS Chief Economist Lisa Sturtevant. Continue Reading Median Sold Price in Mid-Atlantic Region Hits Record High
Provident Industrial Buys 27 Acres in Phoenix for New Industrial Park
The financial aspects of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading Provident Industrial Buys 27 Acres in Phoenix for New Industrial Park
Avalon Risk Management Debuts Hurricane Insurance Product
The new product can provide coverage to hurricane-prone areas from Brownsville, Texas through Newport News, Virginia. Continue Reading Avalon Risk Management Debuts Hurricane Insurance Product
Homeowners Face 73% Spike in Mortgage Payments If They Move
“The lock-in effect isn’t just theoretical; it’s a significant factor weighing on the decisions of American homeowners,” said Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale. Continue Reading Homeowners Face 73% Spike in Mortgage Payments If They Move
Mortgage Credit Availability Increases for Fifth Straight Month
“Mortgage credit availability increased for the fifth consecutive month to its highest level since 2022,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Increases for Fifth Straight Month
Southern California’s Freeman Wang and His 50-Agent Team Join The Real Brokerage
Wang’s team closed 430 homes totaling $425 million in sales volume in 2024. Continue Reading Southern California’s Freeman Wang and His 50-Agent Team Join The Real Brokerage
North Carolina House Leader Creates Committee to Devise Property Tax Reforms
A recent study from the Tax Foundation ranked North Carolina 36th highest property taxes in the nation. Continue Reading North Carolina House Leader Creates Committee to Devise Property Tax Reforms
Elite International Realty Launches Retail-Focused Division
Retail by Elite will support retailers from the early development stages through commercial negotiations, leasing, design, construction, and ongoing operational milestones. Continue Reading Elite International Realty Launches Retail-Focused Division
RentRedi Debuts Spanish-Language Version of Tenant App
RentRedi is also offering customer support in Spanish, with both live support and an auto-attendant experience. Continue Reading RentRedi Debuts Spanish-Language Version of Tenant App
AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
Real estate isn’t just a financial decision—it’s a psychological one. Only a human being can navigate both. Continue Reading AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
Disney Files 15 Lawsuits Against ‘Excessive’ Property Tax Assessments on Florida Assets
The lawsuits claim the office of Orange County Property Appraiser Amy Mercado did not use “professionally accepted appraisal practices.” Continue Reading Disney Files 15 Lawsuits Against ‘Excessive’ Property Tax Assessments on Florida Assets













