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Alliant Credit Union Launches Small Balance Commercial Real Estate Lending Platform
SBL Edge is designed for borrowers in the multifamily, manufactured housing and self-storage sectors. Continue Reading Alliant Credit Union Launches Small Balance Commercial Real Estate Lending Platform
FHFA Seeks Input on Future Mission for FHLBank System
Public input is being accepted through July 15. Continue Reading FHFA Seeks Input on Future Mission for FHLBank System
Convicted Sex Offender Reportedly Harassing Female Real Estate Agents in Ohio
The suspect is believed to be Robert Willett, who was twice arrested for criminal activities aimed at female agents. Continue Reading Convicted Sex Offender Reportedly Harassing Female Real Estate Agents in Ohio
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Mortgage Rates Down Slightly, Though Still Elevated
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.02%, down from last week when it averaged 7.09%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Slightly, Though Still Elevated
Rosalyn Merrick Named Chief Executive at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
Merrick succeeds Alan Ferguson, who is stepping down to pursue other endeavors. Continue Reading Rosalyn Merrick Named Chief Executive at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
CBRE Predicts Lodging Sector RevPAR Growth Improvement in H2 2024
CBRE expects RevPAR to achieve a nominal record of $101.20 this year, representing 115% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Continue Reading CBRE Predicts Lodging Sector RevPAR Growth Improvement in H2 2024
Andrew Bowen Joins LeaseLock as SVP
Prior to joining LeaseLock, Bowen spent 13 years at RealPage Inc., most recently as a vice president and industry principal. Continue Reading Andrew Bowen Joins LeaseLock as SVP
Proof Unveils AI-Powered Fraud Protection Tool
Defend will be offered as a paid feature on the Proof platform. Continue Reading Proof Unveils AI-Powered Fraud Protection Tool
Powell Reaffirms No Rate Cuts in the Near Future
“We’re just going to have to see where the inflation data fall out,” he said. Continue Reading Powell Reaffirms No Rate Cuts in the Near Future
Vision Mortgage Group Debuts Loan Program for First-Time Buyers
The program features a 1% down payment and 2% grant down payment assistance. Continue Reading Vision Mortgage Group Debuts Loan Program for First-Time Buyers
Compass Adds Tennessee Brokerage Parks Real Estate
Parks Real Estate employs over 1,500 agents and generated $6.25 billion in 2023 transaction. Continue Reading Compass Adds Tennessee Brokerage Parks Real Estate
Ex-HUD Secretary Fudge Joins Taft Law Firm
Fudge will also serve as the law firm’s chairwoman of public policy. Continue Reading Ex-HUD Secretary Fudge Joins Taft Law Firm
Tishman Speyer Enters Data Center Sector with First European Industrial Project
The company was in negotiations since January 2023 for the acquisition of the property. Continue Reading Tishman Speyer Enters Data Center Sector with First European Industrial Project
Developers Seek Public Funds for $300 Million Albany Soccer Stadium Project
Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan called the project “a once-in-a-generation” and urged local support for the endeavor. Continue Reading Developers Seek Public Funds for $300 Million Albany Soccer Stadium Project
Red Lobster Shutting Down 48 US Restaurants
The restaurants to be closed are spread across 21 states. Continue Reading Red Lobster Shutting Down 48 US Restaurants
Maryland Records First Year-Over-Year Spike in Monthly Home Sales in Nearly 3 Years
The average sales price last month rose 7.5% to $500,968 while the median sales price grew 5.1% to $415,000. Continue Reading Maryland Records First Year-Over-Year Spike in Monthly Home Sales in Nearly 3 Years