Current News & Events

Brad Bazley Joins Perform Properties as Chief Technology Officer

by Phil Hall | Mar 5, 2026

Bazley comes to Perform from Internet Brands, where he served as vice president and chief information officer. Continue Reading Brad Bazley Joins Perform Properties as Chief Technology Officer

Nashville Businesses Protest Rising Property Taxes

by Phil Hall | Mar 5, 2026

Mayor Freddie O’Connell explained that taxes are higher because local property valuations have increased. Continue Reading Nashville Businesses Protest Rising Property Taxes

Detroit City Council Approves New 15,000-Seat Stadium

by Phil Hall | Nov 28, 2025

The Detroit City Council approved the proposal by the Detroit City Football Club's (DCFC) to construct a 15,000-seat stadium and other community projects in Southwest Detroit. CBS News reports the DCFC will build a 421-parking deck and 76-unit apartment building of...

New ‘Mansion Tax’ Coming to England

by Phil Hall | Nov 28, 2025

Tens of thousands of properties could be impacted by this new tax, with most of the residences located in London. Continue Reading New ‘Mansion Tax’ Coming to England

Santa Fe to Link Minimum Wage Increases to Housing Affordability

by Phil Hall | Nov 28, 2025

Santa Fe’s minimum wage will rise to $17.50 in 2027. Continue Reading Santa Fe to Link Minimum Wage Increases to Housing Affordability

Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI

by Phil Hall | Nov 26, 2025

Kevin Hawkins talks about his new book “The Real AI Guide for Real Estate Agents.” Continue Reading Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI

RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software

by Phil Hall | Nov 26, 2025

The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software

Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving

by Phil Hall | Nov 26, 2025

The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.23% as of Nov. 26, down from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving

A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?

by Phil Hall | Nov 26, 2025

Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?

Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat

by Phil Hall | Nov 26, 2025

“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat