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Simon to Begin Renovations and Upgrades at 3 Mall Properties

by Phil Hall | Feb 5, 2026

This investment reflects Simon’s focus on strategic redevelopments to create vibrant, modern environments that cater to today’s shopper,” said Eli Simon, chief operating officer. Continue Reading Simon to Begin Renovations and Upgrades at 3 Mall Properties

Mortgage Rates Inch Up for Third Straight Week

by Phil Hall | Feb 5, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.11% as of Feb. 5. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up for Third Straight Week

Home Builders Join Lawsuit Against HUD and USDA Over Energy Codes

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

HUD and USDA did not publicly comment on the litigation. Continue Reading Home Builders Join Lawsuit Against HUD and USDA Over Energy Codes

FHFA and Treasury Issue Updates on GSEs’ ‘Eventual Release from Conservatorship’

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

“The Enterprises play a vital role in the national housing finance system,” said FHFA Director Sandra L. Thompson. Continue Reading FHFA and Treasury Issue Updates on GSEs’ ‘Eventual Release from Conservatorship’

California Estate Sells After 15 Years on the Market

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

The seller is real estate developer Khosro Khaloghli and the buyer was not identified. Continue Reading California Estate Sells After 15 Years on the Market

Beazer Homes Buys 9.25-Acre Sacramento Ex-Parking Lot for $9.8 Million

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

The property was once a parking lot for the Sacramento Bee newspaper’s former office and production facility. Continue Reading Beazer Homes Buys 9.25-Acre Sacramento Ex-Parking Lot for $9.8 Million

Judge Denies New Jersey Towns’ Injunction Request on Affordable Housing Mandate

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

The towns responded to the ruling by announcing they will file an appeal. Continue Reading Judge Denies New Jersey Towns’ Injunction Request on Affordable Housing Mandate

North Carolina Governor Expedites Purchase of Temporary Housing for Hurricane Victims

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

The governor’s office did not detail the eligibility process for residents in need of the new housing. Continue Reading North Carolina Governor Expedites Purchase of Temporary Housing for Hurricane Victims

Florida College to Offer Program on Building Tiny Houses

by Phil Hall | Jan 3, 2025

The program, which begins in August, will also help provide affordable housing solutions in Gadsden County. Continue Reading Florida College to Offer Program on Building Tiny Houses

Tech Trends: Can We Print the Housing Inventory We Need Now?

by Rick Grant | Jan 2, 2025

Digital construction promises to build houses faster and more affordably than traditional construction methods. But can these technologies print something Americans would want to live in? One company says they will sell…and they are selling. Continue Reading Tech Trends: Can We Print the Housing Inventory We Need Now?