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New ‘Mansion Tax’ Coming to England
Tens of thousands of properties could be impacted by this new tax, with most of the residences located in London. Continue Reading New ‘Mansion Tax’ Coming to England
Santa Fe to Link Minimum Wage Increases to Housing Affordability
Santa Fe’s minimum wage will rise to $17.50 in 2027. Continue Reading Santa Fe to Link Minimum Wage Increases to Housing Affordability
Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Kevin Hawkins talks about his new book “The Real AI Guide for Real Estate Agents.” Continue Reading Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
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RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.23% as of Nov. 26, down from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Survey: Most Millennials Feel Financially Squeezed Between Homeownership and Retirement Readiness
More than one-third (35%) of millennials citing rising housing costs as the biggest obstacle to their retirement readiness. Continue Reading Survey: Most Millennials Feel Financially Squeezed Between Homeownership and Retirement Readiness
Groundbreaking for $36 Million Mixed-Use Development in South Carolina
The community will include over 650 multifamily units and encompass more than 95 acres of commercial property. Continue Reading Groundbreaking for $36 Million Mixed-Use Development in South Carolina
New 135-Unit Apartment Community Being Built in Twin Cities Metro Area
Pre-leasing is set to begin in fall 2026 with apartments ready for residents by late 2026. Continue Reading New 135-Unit Apartment Community Being Built in Twin Cities Metro Area
Forecast: Single-Family Mortgage Origination to Reach $2.2 Trillion in 2026
“We expect that home sales will increase in 2026,” said Mike Fratantoni, MBA’s chief economist. Continue Reading Forecast: Single-Family Mortgage Origination to Reach $2.2 Trillion in 2026
The Safest US City for 2025 Is…
At the bottom of the list was New Orleans as the least safest city in the nation. Continue Reading The Safest US City for 2025 Is…
Report: More Homes Selling at Discounted Prices
The typical home sold for 1.4% less than its final list price. Continue Reading Report: More Homes Selling at Discounted Prices
Report: Down Payment Level Held Steady During Q3
During the third quarter, the average down payment share remained near 14.4% of the purchase price. Continue Reading Report: Down Payment Level Held Steady During Q3
Residents in Florida City Push Back at Proposed 6,000-Seat Soccer Stadium
The opponents to this effort insisted the city cannot handle a spike in traffic volume from the stadium. Continue Reading Residents in Florida City Push Back at Proposed 6,000-Seat Soccer Stadium
Christine Chandler Sworn in as Mortgage Bankers Association’s 2026 Chairperson
Chandler is the executive vice president and chief operating officer at M&T Realty Capital Corporation. Continue Reading Christine Chandler Sworn in as Mortgage Bankers Association’s 2026 Chairperson
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Oct. 13-17
Positive data on rental housing costs, a new threat to close the CFPB, and California’s housing market shows signs of vitality. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Oct. 13-17
