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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
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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
FIFA Pledges $50 Million to Build a New Soccer Stadium in Gaza
The stadium will accommodate between 20,000 and 25,000 spectators. Continue Reading FIFA Pledges $50 Million to Build a New Soccer Stadium in Gaza
HUD Proposes Rule to Force Noncitizens Out of Public Housing
“HUD’s proposed rule will guarantee that all residents in HUD-funded housing are eligible tenants,” said Secretary Scott Turner. Continue Reading HUD Proposes Rule to Force Noncitizens Out of Public Housing
Chicago Bears Move Closer to Indiana Stadium Deal
However, the team is still in talks with Illinois lawmakers over the creation of a new stadium in the Chicago suburb of Arlington Heights. Continue Reading Chicago Bears Move Closer to Indiana Stadium Deal
Ground Broken on New 13-Story Toronto Condominium Complex
The Bedford will offer hotel-inspired services including 24-hour valet, concierge, and dedicated porter staff. Continue Reading Ground Broken on New 13-Story Toronto Condominium Complex
Todd Emerson Named President of Harry Norman Realtors
He succeeds Jenni Bonura, who is stepping down from her current role as CEO. Continue Reading Todd Emerson Named President of Harry Norman Realtors
30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Sinks to 6.01%
A year ago at this time, it averaged 6.85%. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Sinks to 6.01%
Pending Home Sales Dipped in January
Month-over-month pending home sales rose in the Midwest and West but declined in the Northeast and South. Continue Reading Pending Home Sales Dipped in January
Texas Real Estate Investor Pleads Guilty to $69.5 Million Fraud Scheme
Devin Ward Elder is scheduled to be sentenced the week of June 2 and faces up to 20 years in prison. Continue Reading Texas Real Estate Investor Pleads Guilty to $69.5 Million Fraud Scheme
Report: Vacant Residential Property Rate Held Steady in Q1
In 28 states and the District of Columbia, the number of zombie properties fell quarter-over-quarter. Continue Reading Report: Vacant Residential Property Rate Held Steady in Q1
Mortgage Applications on New Home Purchases Up During January
Mortgage applications for new home purchases during January were up by 19% from the prior month and up by 2% from one year earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). MBA estimated new single-family home sales were running at a seasonally...
