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Survey: 85% of Homeowners Had Unplanned Home Repairs Last Year
Half of the survey’s respondents (50%) said their home needs repairs or renovations that they can’t afford right now. Continue Reading Survey: 85% of Homeowners Had Unplanned Home Repairs Last Year
FHLBank San Francisco Increases Voluntary Grant Funding
For the fourth consecutive year, the bank will make an enhanced commitment of approximately 5% of its 2025 net income. Continue Reading FHLBank San Francisco Increases Voluntary Grant Funding
Company to Pay $16 Million for Selling Faulty Air Conditioners
According to a 2021 recall notice, a woman died in August 2016 from smoke inhalation and her two children were injured after their Royal Sovereign air conditioner caught fire. Continue Reading Company to Pay $16 Million for Selling Faulty Air Conditioners
11th Century Italian Castle Listed at $4.16 Million
The 102,257-square-foot residence with 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms is located roughly 15 miles south of Milan. Continue Reading 11th Century Italian Castle Listed at $4.16 Million
Leader of Movement to End Michigan’s Property Taxes Announces Bid for Governor
Karla Wagner is the executive director of Ax MI Tax. Continue Reading Leader of Movement to End Michigan’s Property Taxes Announces Bid for Governor
New Executive Shifts Announced at loanDepot
The promotions are the latest executive shifts to occur since company founder and Chairman of the Board Anthony Hsieh was appointed permanent CEO on July 28. Continue Reading New Executive Shifts Announced at loanDepot
Trump Names Council of Economic Advisors Chairman Stephen Miran to Temporarily Fill Fed Board Vacancy
Miran replaces Adriana Kugler, who last week abruptly announced she would be stepping down from the board, effective Aug. 8. Continue Reading Trump Names Council of Economic Advisors Chairman Stephen Miran to Temporarily Fill Fed Board Vacancy
Price Premium for New Construction Drops to Record Low
New build list prices declined in 30 of the nation’s 100 largest metros, with the steepest declines in the South. Continue Reading Price Premium for New Construction Drops to Record Low
Multifamily Developer Confidence Up Slightly During Q2
“Multifamily developer confidence and sentiment are showing slight signs of improvement when compared to this time last year,” said Debra Guerrero, chairman of NAHB’s Multifamily Council. Continue Reading Multifamily Developer Confidence Up Slightly During Q2
Mortgage Rates Decline to Lowest Level Since April
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.63% as of Aug. 7, down from last week when it averaged 6.72%, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey published by Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC). A year ago at this time, it averaged 6.47%. The 15-year fixed-rate...
Kolter Homes Unveils New Gated Community in Florida
Scheduled to open in the summer, the homes at The Cove at Park Trace will feature single-story floor plans with two to five bedrooms. Continue Reading Kolter Homes Unveils New Gated Community in Florida
Kevin O’Leary Says He’s Moving From Boston Because of Elizabeth Warren
“I now live in Florida because of Elizabeth Warren,” said the “Shark Tank” star. Continue Reading Kevin O’Leary Says He’s Moving From Boston Because of Elizabeth Warren
