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Trump Rejects Idea of Using 401(k) Funds for Homebuying Down Payment
“I’m not a huge fan of it,” he said. Continue Reading Trump Rejects Idea of Using 401(k) Funds for Homebuying Down Payment
Realtor.com Collaborates with MLSs on New Home Search Platform
The platform is now live for all 20,000-plus subscribers of Canopy MLS in Charlotte, North Carolina. Continue Reading Realtor.com Collaborates with MLSs on New Home Search Platform
Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Historic barriers to quality affordable housing are among the root causes of persistent economic disparities. Continue Reading Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
District Court Judge Andrea R. Wood said the request was “neither necessary nor appropriate.” Continue Reading Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
The portion of mortgaged homes that were seriously underwater inched up to 2.7%. Continue Reading ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Redfin reported the median sale price reached $384,721, up 4.5% for a new record high. Continue Reading Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
“The need for affordable housing transcends jurisdictional boundaries,” said BAHFA Director Kate Hartley. Continue Reading Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
Q1 Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Originations Remain Muted
During the first quarter, there was a 31% year-over-year decline in the dollar volume of loans for retail properties. Continue Reading Q1 Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Originations Remain Muted
Massachusetts Governor Proposes ‘Mansion Tax’ to Fund Affordable Housing Projects
The average Massachusetts home value is $612,509, up 8.7% over the past year. Continue Reading Massachusetts Governor Proposes ‘Mansion Tax’ to Fund Affordable Housing Projects
Jeffrey Jackson, President of the Orange County Association of Realtors, Dies at 65
Jackson was a senior risk manager at Realty One Group. Continue Reading Jeffrey Jackson, President of the Orange County Association of Realtors, Dies at 65
Las Vegas Home Sales Take a Sharp Upswing
Las Vegas Realtors dubbed 2023 as the slowest year for existing home sales since 2008 Continue Reading Las Vegas Home Sales Take a Sharp Upswing
Commissions Lawsuit Settlements Face Delay from Plaintiffs in Another Case
The plaintiffs in the Batton 1 lawsuit in Illinois are trying to block final approval of the Sitzer/Burnett settlements. Continue Reading Commissions Lawsuit Settlements Face Delay from Plaintiffs in Another Case
