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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
Gannett Teams with Home Solutions on Media Endeavor Aimed at Homeowners
The companies will debut a dedicated home services-focused section titled “Homefront” on the USA Today website. Continue Reading Gannett Teams with Home Solutions on Media Endeavor Aimed at Homeowners
NAR: The Average Homebuyer Has a Six-Digit Household Income
The overwhelming number of buyers were White (81%), compared to Hispanics (7%), Black (7%) and Asian (6%). Continue Reading NAR: The Average Homebuyer Has a Six-Digit Household Income
New Jersey Father and Son Indicted in House Flipping Investor Scam
“These defendants allegedly defrauded investors and mortgage lenders for personal gain,” said New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. Continue Reading New Jersey Father and Son Indicted in House Flipping Investor Scam
Housing Affordability Index Crashes to Record Low
For the 12th straight quarter, California’s Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale metro was the nation’s least affordable major housing market. Continue Reading Housing Affordability Index Crashes to Record Low
FHA Seeks Input on Proposed HECM Program Update
The new proposal would enable certain categories of due and payable HECMs that were previously ineligible for assignment to be assigned to HUD. Continue Reading FHA Seeks Input on Proposed HECM Program Update
Stephen Sondheim’s Connecticut Estate Listed at $3.25 Million
The late composer’s Manhattan townhome was listed in July. Continue Reading Stephen Sondheim’s Connecticut Estate Listed at $3.25 Million
Christie’s International Real Estate Opens Dominican Republic Office
The new brokerage is owned by partners Alex Irrer, Eric Walstrom and Auburn Lucas. Continue Reading Christie’s International Real Estate Opens Dominican Republic Office
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 6-10
This week’s Hits and Misses considers the Green New Deal’s impact on home building, a proposed expansion of FHLBank membership, and a historic church’s demise. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 6-10
Tech Trends: If You’re Looking for Business, Technology Can Help
Since 2007, MonitorBase (www.monitorbase.com) has been a leader in borrower retention technology. Continue Reading Tech Trends: If You’re Looking for Business, Technology Can Help
NAR Slapped with New Antitrust Lawsuit
The lawsuit mirrors a similar lawsuit from Missouri that ended with a nearly $1.8 billion judgment against NAR. Continue Reading NAR Slapped with New Antitrust Lawsuit
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