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Non-QM Lender Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions Debuts 5- and 7-Year Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
“This launch underscores our commitment to supporting the non-QM ecosystem,” said Tom Hutchens, president of Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions. Continue Reading Non-QM Lender Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions Debuts 5- and 7-Year Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Hospitality at Work Acquires Vector Property Services
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading Hospitality at Work Acquires Vector Property Services
Mortgage Rates Go Into Decline
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Oct. 9. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Go Into Decline
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St. Louis Realtors Association Publishes Report on Racial Disparities in Region’s Housing
During the five years analyzed by the report, Black homebuyers purchased homes that are 40% to 58% lower in price than those of non-Black buyers. Continue Reading St. Louis Realtors Association Publishes Report on Racial Disparities in Region’s Housing
6 Indictments Announced in Deed Theft of $1 Million Harlem Brownstone
“During a time when housing is scarce, I will not stand for fraudsters coming to Harlem to try and perpetrate these pernicious schemes,” said Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Continue Reading 6 Indictments Announced in Deed Theft of $1 Million Harlem Brownstone
Coalition of San Francisco Community Groups and Unions Urge Boycott of Airbnb
The coalition said their boycott was “motivated by Airbnb’s ties to President Trump’s anti-worker agenda.” Continue Reading Coalition of San Francisco Community Groups and Unions Urge Boycott of Airbnb
Inbound Migration to Sun Belt States Waned in 2024
Tampa recorded a net inflow of just over 10,000 residents last year, less than one-third the 35,000-person net inflow in 2023. Continue Reading Inbound Migration to Sun Belt States Waned in 2024
Builder Confidence Records a Scant Uptick Amid Tariff Jitters
“The recent dip in mortgage rates may have pushed some buyers off the fence in March, helping builders with sales activity,” said NAHB Chairman Buddy Hughes. Continue Reading Builder Confidence Records a Scant Uptick Amid Tariff Jitters
Canadian Housing Starts Down in March
Montreal posted a 138% year-over-year increase in actual housing starts in March. Continue Reading Canadian Housing Starts Down in March
Leadership Shifts at American Financial Resources
Robert Pieklo joined AFP as COO in February 2024 following its acquisition by Proprietary Capital. Continue Reading Leadership Shifts at American Financial Resources
Mortgage Application Volume Down 8.5%
The Refinance Index decreased 12% from the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Volume Down 8.5%
The Most Affordable City for Rental Housing Is…
Miami ranked last in the new study of more than 180 cities. Continue Reading The Most Affordable City for Rental Housing Is…
Chris Kelly Becomes Chief Executive at HomeServices of America
Kelly succeeds Gino Blefari, who is transitioning to the role of chairman emeritus. Continue Reading Chris Kelly Becomes Chief Executive at HomeServices of America
NY Attorney General Letitia James Accused of Mortgage Fraud
James claimed a Virginia property she purchased was her principal residence. Continue Reading NY Attorney General Letitia James Accused of Mortgage Fraud
Kentucky Realtors Adds $100,000 to Flood Relief Grants
The new funding is being provided separately from previous $275,000 in grants allocated through the Kentucky Realtor Relief Foundation. Continue Reading Kentucky Realtors Adds $100,000 to Flood Relief Grants
Habitat for Humanity Canada Issues Report on its Economic Impact
Habitat for Humanity Canada invested approximately $306 million in building and renovating homes from 2019 to 2023. Continue Reading Habitat for Humanity Canada Issues Report on its Economic Impact
