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NYC Mayor Mamdani to Host ‘Rental Rip-Off’ Hearings
The dates and locations for the hearings have yet to be scheduled. Continue Reading NYC Mayor Mamdani to Host ‘Rental Rip-Off’ Hearings
Virginia Real Estate Agent Shot in Her Home During New Year’s Eve Burglary
The 72-year-old Judy Boone was taken to the hospital and is currently in stable condition Continue Reading Virginia Real Estate Agent Shot in Her Home During New Year’s Eve Burglary
California Home Sales Plummet to 16-Year Low
Nearly two-thirds (31) of the state’s 50 counties registered declines in active listings from last year. Continue Reading California Home Sales Plummet to 16-Year Low
21.8% Increase in New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications
The average loan size for new homes decreased from $390,225 in October to $390,049 in November. Continue Reading 21.8% Increase in New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications
Housing Starts Surged in November
Single‐family authorizations in November were at a rate of 976,000, a 0.7% uptick from the revised October figure of 969,000. Continue Reading Housing Starts Surged in November
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: What Will 2024 Offer Us?
Editor Phil Hall offers a few predictions on the state of the economy and housing world in 2024. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: What Will 2024 Offer Us?
Study: 1 in 5 Canadians Struggling to Cover Their Basic Needs
“We understand this is a very difficult time for many Canadians,” says Lt. Col. John Murray, Salvation Army Canada territorial secretary for communications. Continue Reading Study: 1 in 5 Canadians Struggling to Cover Their Basic Needs
Institutional Property Advisors Brokers $171 Million California Multifamily Portfolio Sale
“The properties represent 11% of the total market-rate housing stock in Thousand Oaks,” said Kevin Green, IPA executive managing director investments. Continue Reading Institutional Property Advisors Brokers $171 Million California Multifamily Portfolio Sale
Builder Confidence Rises for First Time in Four Months
NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey said, “Boosting new home production is the best way to ease the affordability crisis, expand housing inventory and lower inflation.” Continue Reading Builder Confidence Rises for First Time in Four Months
Real Estate Investor Pleads Guilty to $165 Million Mortgage Fraud Conspiracy
Boruch “Barry” Drillman pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud affecting a financial institution. Continue Reading Real Estate Investor Pleads Guilty to $165 Million Mortgage Fraud Conspiracy
Study: Self Storage Industry Being Impacted by Housing Market’s Headwinds
The report found the asking rates for same-store climate-controlled units fell in all major metros. Continue Reading Study: Self Storage Industry Being Impacted by Housing Market’s Headwinds
Royal LePage du Quartier Adds Montreal Brokerage to its Network
“We are thrilled to welcome Royal LePage Alliance to our family of brokers,” says Fadi Kaouk, co-owner of Royal LePage du Quartier. Continue Reading Royal LePage du Quartier Adds Montreal Brokerage to its Network
