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PennyMac Unveils Special Mortgage Program for Team USA Olympic Athletes
PennyMac Financial Services Inc. (NYSE: PFSI) and PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (NYSE: PMT), the Official Mortgage Provider of Team USA and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games, had unveiled the “Welcome Home: Athlete Mortgage Program,” an initiative...
Tampa Bay Rays Seek $1 Billion in Public Funds for New Stadium
“Should this commitment ultimately not be achievable, we would have no choice but to evaluate alternatives,” said Rays CEO Ken Babby. Continue Reading Tampa Bay Rays Seek $1 Billion in Public Funds for New Stadium
Rosehaven Homes Debuts Extended Deposit Program for Buyers at Ontario Condo Development
Construction is scheduled to begin in the late autumn, with occupancy slated for early 2030. Continue Reading Rosehaven Homes Debuts Extended Deposit Program for Buyers at Ontario Condo Development
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Southern Impression Homes Completes First Phase of 213-Unit Dallas-Area BTR Community
Southern Impression Homes is a subsidiary of Japan’s Sumitomo Forestry, which acquired an 80% interest in the company in 2023. Continue Reading Southern Impression Homes Completes First Phase of 213-Unit Dallas-Area BTR Community
Model Nadia Ferreira Named Brand Ambassador for HQ Residences Miami
“I was immediately drawn to HQ Residences because it represents a vision of luxury that feels personal and welcoming,” said Ferreira in a statement. Continue Reading Model Nadia Ferreira Named Brand Ambassador for HQ Residences Miami
Maryland’s Real Property Search System Taken Offline Amid Cybersecurity Concerns
Maryland’s Real Property Search system has been taken offline following reports of suspicious activity on state servers. Continue Reading Maryland’s Real Property Search System Taken Offline Amid Cybersecurity Concerns
David Simon, Chief Executive of Simon Property Group, Dies at 64
Under his leadership, Simon Property Group owned or held interests in more than 250 properties comprising over 200 million square feet. Continue Reading David Simon, Chief Executive of Simon Property Group, Dies at 64
11 Arrested for Running Fraud Ring Targeting Elderly California Homeowners
Eleven defendants have been arrested for running a real estate crime ring that stole the identities of elderly homeowners for title deed theft and loan fraud. According to the indictment, between January 2021 to May 2023 the fraudsters obtained the personal...
Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down Amid Decline in New Listings
“The outlook for the spring homebuying season in the Mid-Atlantic has become cloudier,” said Bright MLS Chief Economist Lisa Sturtevant. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down Amid Decline in New Listings
Arrest Made in 2011 Killing of Iowa Realtor
Ashley Okland was 27 years old when she was fatally shot inside a model townhouse in West Des Moines on April 8, 2011. Continue Reading Arrest Made in 2011 Killing of Iowa Realtor
Pennsylvania Home Sales and Prices Trend Upwards
The number of homes on the market last month totaled 33,971, up by nearly 2% from February 2025 and up by 5.5% from January. Continue Reading Pennsylvania Home Sales and Prices Trend Upwards
Rep. Swalwell Drops Lawsuit Against FHFA’s Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Charges
Just where Swalwell is living has become a sticking point in his campaign for governor of California. Continue Reading Rep. Swalwell Drops Lawsuit Against FHFA’s Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Charges
Report: Hispanic Homeownership at New Record High
2025 marked the largest single-year increase in Hispanic homeownership since the US Census Bureau started tracking this data. Continue Reading Report: Hispanic Homeownership at New Record High
Kite Realty Group Promotes Heath R. Fear to President
“He is a trusted partner to me, our board, and the leadership team.” said Chairman and CEO John A. Kite. Continue Reading Kite Realty Group Promotes Heath R. Fear to President
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of March 16-20
A drop in new home sales, an increase in political trash talking, and a tribute to a multifamily sector leader. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of March 16-20
Virginia Home Sales Up 7.4% in February
The statewide median sales price was $410,000, up 1.6% from February 2025. Continue Reading Virginia Home Sales Up 7.4% in February











