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Warsh Says Housing Is Strained, but Inflation Still Comes First at the Fed
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh acknowledged housing-market strain at Jackson Hole but made clear that persistent inflation — not housing weakness — is driving the Fed’s policy focus. Continue Reading Warsh Says Housing Is Strained, but Inflation Still Comes First at the Fed
AI Is Getting a Bigger Role in Home Valuations. Borrowers Need a Better Way to Challenge It
AI and automated valuation tools are taking a larger role in mortgage lending. The technology can improve speed and efficiency, but borrowers need a practical way to address a valuation when the underlying property information or result is wrong. Continue Reading AI Is Getting a Bigger Role in Home Valuations. Borrowers Need a Better Way to Challenge It
Miami Real Estate Developer Sentenced on Money Laundering and Tax Fraud Charges
As part of his plea, Rishi Kapoor agreed to give up a platinum ring with a $28,405 down payment that prosecutors say was made with stolen investor money. Continue Reading Miami Real Estate Developer Sentenced on Money Laundering and Tax Fraud Charges
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Iowa Home Sales Down 16% in July
Median sales price came to $280,000 in July, a vibrant 10.7% increase over the $253,000 median sales price from the prior year. Continue Reading Iowa Home Sales Down 16% in July
268-Unit San Jose Apartment Complex Sells for $122 Million
The property offers a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments spanning 18 different floor plans. Continue Reading 268-Unit San Jose Apartment Complex Sells for $122 Million
Atlanta-Area Development Could Lose Proposed Rental Housing Unless It Snags an NHL Team
Atlanta has not had an NHL presence since 2011. Continue Reading Atlanta-Area Development Could Lose Proposed Rental Housing Unless It Snags an NHL Team
New Partnership Aims to Improve AI Capabilities for Mortgage Lenders and Servicers
The companies will target high-impact servicing and lending functions where AI, automation, and tailored technology can improve execution, control, and scalability. Continue Reading New Partnership Aims to Improve AI Capabilities for Mortgage Lenders and Servicers
Chris Maingot Joins National Health Investors in New Chief Operating Officer Position
Maingot currently serves on the executive board of the American Senior Housing Association. Continue Reading Chris Maingot Joins National Health Investors in New Chief Operating Officer Position
Bill Ackman’s Foundation Pays $260 Million for 2 Manhattan Buildings to Become New Brain Research Center
125 West End Avenue was originally built to house a Chrysler parts and service facility and was reconfigured to become a research and laboratory site for life sciences companies. Continue Reading Bill Ackman’s Foundation Pays $260 Million for 2 Manhattan Buildings to Become New Brain Research Center
California Realtors Group Offers Grants to Help First-Time Buyers Cover Insurance Costs
The average amount of funds distributed on a first-come, first-served basis was roughly $1,625 per applicant. Continue Reading California Realtors Group Offers Grants to Help First-Time Buyers Cover Insurance Costs
Florida’s New Real Estate License Activity Up 42% Year-Over-Year
However, a data report from Casa Academy determined that 43% of the 2025 cohort now has inactive license records. Continue Reading Florida’s New Real Estate License Activity Up 42% Year-Over-Year
Chicago Bears Begin Soil Tests at Potential Indiana Site for New Stadium
The Bears are focusing on moving to Hammond after Illinois lawmakers failed to pass stadium-related legislation during their spring legislative session. Continue Reading Chicago Bears Begin Soil Tests at Potential Indiana Site for New Stadium
Lowe’s Foundation Awards $8 Million in Grants to Expand Skilled Trades Education
The Gable Grants program creates and expands partnerships with nonprofits and community colleges to increase training capacity and connect more people with skilled trades careers. Continue Reading Lowe’s Foundation Awards $8 Million in Grants to Expand Skilled Trades Education
Katie Royce to Join Altus Group as CFO
Royce succeeds Pawan Chhabra, who has been CFO since January 2023 and will remain with the company into September to support an orderly transition. Continue Reading Katie Royce to Join Altus Group as CFO
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 20-24
New York City landlords fighting against their mayor’s rent freeze, a study that finds homeownership can be a relationship killer, and a tribute to a colorful San Francisco commercial property executive. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of July 20-24
Virginia Home Sales Up 7.6%
Last month’s median sales price climbed to $460,000, up more than 3% from June 2025. Continue Reading Virginia Home Sales Up 7.6%
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