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Mortgage Rates Rise for Third Straight Week
The 30-year fixed rate mortgage averaged 6.58% as of July 23, up from last week when it averaged 6.55%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Rise for Third Straight Week
Harvard Forecast Points to Slowing in Remodeling Market
The Harvard forecast is at odds with the National Association of Home Builders’ Remodeling Market Index report. Continue Reading Harvard Forecast Points to Slowing in Remodeling Market
HUD Secretary Turner: 50-Year Mortgage Plan Needs More Research
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner declined to endorse President Trump’s proposal of a 50-year mortgage plan to help reanimate the housing market, stating the idea needed to be studied further before being put forth as a solution to the...
Florida GOP Governor Candidate Proposes Down Payment Program with Funds from Israeli Bonds Divestment
The 30-year-old James Fishback has gained visibility through media appearances where he spoke in favor of President Trump’s agenda. Continue Reading Florida GOP Governor Candidate Proposes Down Payment Program with Funds from Israeli Bonds Divestment
Washington Lt. Gov. Proposes Turning Vacant Strip Malls and Big Box Stores into Housing
“If done correctly, it’s a win, win, win, win, win,” said Lt. Gov. Denny Heck. Continue Reading Washington Lt. Gov. Proposes Turning Vacant Strip Malls and Big Box Stores into Housing
Wisconsin Allocates Over $6.3 Million for Affordable Housing Loan Program Awards
“I was proud to secure the largest state investment in workforce housing in our history,” said Gov. Tony Evers. Continue Reading Wisconsin Allocates Over $6.3 Million for Affordable Housing Loan Program Awards
FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
The Hoover Building served as FBI headquarters since 1975. Continue Reading FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
Ralph O. McDaniel, Prominent Figure in Arkansas Real Estate, Dies at 82
McDaniel served as president of the Little Rock Realtors Association in 1988. Continue Reading Ralph O. McDaniel, Prominent Figure in Arkansas Real Estate, Dies at 82
4 Northeast Governors Demand Briefing on Why Trump Suspended Offshore Wind Projects
The governors also warned the suspension order contradicted the Trump administration’s dual missions for achieving energy independence and creating jobs. Continue Reading 4 Northeast Governors Demand Briefing on Why Trump Suspended Offshore Wind Projects
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Year of 2025
A look back at the year in real estate news. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Year of 2025
White House to Provide Update on East Wing Ballroom Plans in January Hearing
The nonprofit National Trust for Historic Preservation has filed a lawsuit to stop the ballroom’s construction. Continue Reading White House to Provide Update on East Wing Ballroom Plans in January Hearing
Amanda Stinton Joins NC Realtors as Chief Operating Officer
Stinton previously served as CEO of the Women’s Council of Realtors, a 14,000-member national organization. Continue Reading Amanda Stinton Joins NC Realtors as Chief Operating Officer
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