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ECGI Holdings Signs LOI to Acquire Mortgage Lender RezyFi for $30 Million
“This acquisition positions ECGI to bridge the gap between traditional mortgage lending and next-generation financial technology,” said Jamie Steigerwald, president of ECGI Holdings. Continue Reading ECGI Holdings Signs LOI to Acquire Mortgage Lender RezyFi for $30 Million
Toronto-Based REIT Acquires Manufactured Housing Communities in Indiana and Ohio
“We expect these acquisitions to be highly desirable homeownership options that will also add value for unitholders,” said President and CEO Kurt Keeney. Continue Reading Toronto-Based REIT Acquires Manufactured Housing Communities in Indiana and Ohio
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Growing Revolt Against Property Taxes
Homeowner anger at rising property taxes could dominate the 2026 state-level elections. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Growing Revolt Against Property Taxes
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Robinhood Teams with Sage Home Loans on New Mortgage Offer
The new offer was first piloted during the summer to a small group of Robinhood Gold subscribers. Continue Reading Robinhood Teams with Sage Home Loans on New Mortgage Offer
Treasury Secretary Bessent Blames Fed for ‘Housing Recession’
“If the Fed brings down mortgage rates, they can end this housing recession,” said Bessent. Continue Reading Treasury Secretary Bessent Blames Fed for ‘Housing Recession’
Lowe’s, Home Depot Announce Donations to Jamaican Hurricane Recovery Efforts
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Jamaica,” said Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s chairman and CEO. Continue Reading Lowe’s, Home Depot Announce Donations to Jamaican Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Tim Leiweke Steps Down as Oak View Group CEO Following Indictment on Bid Rigging
He has transitioned to the role of vice chairman of the board of directors. Continue Reading Tim Leiweke Steps Down as Oak View Group CEO Following Indictment on Bid Rigging
HUD Terminates Biden-Era Task Force Addressing Bias in Home Appraisals
HUD said this endeavor “exemplified government overreach.” Continue Reading HUD Terminates Biden-Era Task Force Addressing Bias in Home Appraisals
White House Increases Attack on Powell, Claiming Mismanagement of Fed HQ Renovations
A recent Supreme Court ruling stated that Fed officials cannot be fired by a president at will. Continue Reading White House Increases Attack on Powell, Claiming Mismanagement of Fed HQ Renovations
Del Webb Breaks Ground on 55+ Community in Austin Suburb
The completed project will encompass over 500 residences to be built across 323 acres. Continue Reading Del Webb Breaks Ground on 55+ Community in Austin Suburb
Historic Masonic Temple in Oakland Listed for Sale
The Scottish Rite Temple is an 85,000-square-foot building spanning four levels. Continue Reading Historic Masonic Temple in Oakland Listed for Sale
Georgia’s Fulton County Proposes 12.5% Property Tax Hike to Finance Jail Upgrades
“We have mandated expenses to fix the inhumane conditions there,” said Commissioner Dana Barrett. Continue Reading Georgia’s Fulton County Proposes 12.5% Property Tax Hike to Finance Jail Upgrades
New Partnership Aims at Tokenizing Tokyo Real Estate
“Japanese content—whether game IP or other cultural assets—commands high global value,” said Ryo Matsubara, representative director of Oasys. Continue Reading New Partnership Aims at Tokenizing Tokyo Real Estate
FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Pulte also used his personal X account to announce Westcor was being added “to Fannie Mae’s title acceptance pilot on certain refinances.” Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Tech Trends: In Pursuit of User-Friendly Solutions
This week’s edition of Tech Trends offers four new solutions designed to make life easier for home sellers, property managers, and real estate investors. Continue Reading Tech Trends: In Pursuit of User-Friendly Solutions
Report: Large Banks Originating More ARMs
“Future reset risk is mitigated by large banks’ continued focus on lending to borrowers with high credit scores and low leverage,” the report said. Continue Reading Report: Large Banks Originating More ARMs
