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New Soccer Stadium Planned for Reno
Reno Pro Soccer said it planned to enlist local input to create the club’s including team name, brand colors and crest. Continue Reading New Soccer Stadium Planned for Reno
Trump Announces New Tariffs on Home Furnishings
Trump offered no explanation on why he was suddenly focused on this particular product line for increased tariffs. Continue Reading Trump Announces New Tariffs on Home Furnishings
New York State Inventory Rises, But Home Sales Continue to Decline
Median prices across New York State reached $460,000 last month. Continue Reading New York State Inventory Rises, But Home Sales Continue to Decline
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Mortgage Application Payment Levels Down in August
The national median mortgage payment for conventional loan applicants was $2,112, down from $2,160 in July. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Payment Levels Down in August
Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Sept. 25, up from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
Existing Home Sales Remain Flat
“Home sales have been sluggish over the past few years due to elevated mortgage rates and limited inventory,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Remain Flat
Blackstone Announces $8 Billion Final Close for New Commercial Property Debt Fund
The firm devoted roughly two years to raising the fund, which will be active in North America, Europe and Australia. Continue Reading Blackstone Announces $8 Billion Final Close for New Commercial Property Debt Fund
DOGE Uncovers Tens of Thousands of Unused Paid Software Licenses at HUD
HUD paid for 11,020 Acrobat licenses with zero users. Continue Reading DOGE Uncovers Tens of Thousands of Unused Paid Software Licenses at HUD
American Real Estate Association Unveils Alternative to NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy
AREA stated its proposed policy enables sellers to “maintain control over how their home is listed while ensuring full MLS access for professionals.” Continue Reading American Real Estate Association Unveils Alternative to NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy
Builders Thank Trump for Partial Tariff Pause, But Express Concern Over Possible Trade War
“NAHB will continue to work with the administration to cut regulations, boost domestic lumber output and further rein in housing costs,” said Chairman Buddy Hughes. Continue Reading Builders Thank Trump for Partial Tariff Pause, But Express Concern Over Possible Trade War
Conservation Group Buys 3,100-Acre New York Forest Parcel for $6.2 Million
The property had been the subject of a mixed-use development proposal encompassing housing, resort, and commercial uses. Continue Reading Conservation Group Buys 3,100-Acre New York Forest Parcel for $6.2 Million
Rocket Mortgage to Exit the Canadian Market
Rocket Mortgage plans to complete its exit from the market by June 27. Continue Reading Rocket Mortgage to Exit the Canadian Market
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Expand Section 8 Voucher Program
The bill would also “encourage HUD to reform its annual evaluation of PHAs to promote an increase in the diversity of neighborhoods where vouchers are used.” Continue Reading Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Expand Section 8 Voucher Program
Study: Municipal Fees Drive Up Canadian Homebuilding Costs
CHBA predicted the 2022-2031 period will become the decade with the fewest homes built per new persons added to the Canadian population since at least 1972. Continue Reading Study: Municipal Fees Drive Up Canadian Homebuilding Costs
Executive Shake-Up at loanDepot
Frank Martell will step down as president, CEO and a board member. Continue Reading Executive Shake-Up at loanDepot
Matthew Cenedella Named CFO at National Association of Realtors
Cenedella will succeed NAR’s longtime CFO John Pierpoint, who will retire at the end of the month. Continue Reading Matthew Cenedella Named CFO at National Association of Realtors
