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Japan Demands New Controls on Crypto-Financed Real Estate Deals
The new action is designed to combat criminal entities from turning illegal money into legal assets. Continue Reading Japan Demands New Controls on Crypto-Financed Real Estate Deals
Senate Banking Committee Approves Kevin Warsh’s Nomination for Federal Reserve Chairman
Warsh’s nomination will now go to a confirmation vote before the Republican-controlled Senate. Continue Reading Senate Banking Committee Approves Kevin Warsh’s Nomination for Federal Reserve Chairman
Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of March 13 Continue Reading Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data
ERA Real Estate Begins Media Campaign Tied to Baseball Season
This is the first multifaceted media campaign for the brand. Continue Reading ERA Real Estate Begins Media Campaign Tied to Baseball Season
Realtor.com: Down Payment Levels Hit Record High in 2024
Realtor.com determined that buyers paid 14.4% as a share of purchase price. Continue Reading Realtor.com: Down Payment Levels Hit Record High in 2024
JP Morgan Real Estate Income Trust Acquires 2 Southeastern Residential Assets
The transactions mark JPMREIT’s fifth and sixth investments in the residential sector. Continue Reading JP Morgan Real Estate Income Trust Acquires 2 Southeastern Residential Assets
Greystar Begins Construction on Virginia Multifamily/Build-for-Rent Community
The first units are slated to be ready in the second quarter of 2026. Continue Reading Greystar Begins Construction on Virginia Multifamily/Build-for-Rent Community
Sen. Elizabeth Warren Claims Trump is Planning to Fire Powell
The senator offered no evidence to back her claims of an upcoming Powell ouster. Continue Reading Sen. Elizabeth Warren Claims Trump is Planning to Fire Powell
Pending Home Sales Up by 2% in February
“Despite the modest monthly increase, contract signings remain well below normal historical levels,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading Pending Home Sales Up by 2% in February
SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering
SmartStop has been approved to list its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SMA.,” Continue Reading SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering
CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
The CFPB is seeking to return the $105,000 settlement funds to the company. Continue Reading CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants
“There will be no more illegal aliens getting HUD-backed home loans,” said Secretary Turner. Continue Reading Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants














