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New Jersey in $2.8 Million Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’
More than 1,200 New Jersey residents entered into HBAs, including 140 who paid early termination fees ranging from $575 to $42,000 to get out of them. Continue Reading New Jersey in $2.8 Million Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’
Apartment-Hotel Brand Sonder to Shut Down
Sonder properties were based in 37 cities across nine countries. Continue Reading Apartment-Hotel Brand Sonder to Shut Down
Eagle Partners Acquires 350-Unit LA County Apartment Community for $107 Million
The community represents nearly 40% of all apartment inventory in Hacienda Heights. Continue Reading Eagle Partners Acquires 350-Unit LA County Apartment Community for $107 Million
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NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
Most recently, Conroy served as chief technology officer at the California Association of Realtors. Continue Reading NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
Damon Conrad Joins REMAX Canada as VP for Commercial
Conrad joins REMAX Canada from Royal LePage Commercial, where he served as vice president and general manager. Continue Reading Damon Conrad Joins REMAX Canada as VP for Commercial
Zillow Sued Over Alleged Mortgage Steering
The lawsuit seeks to expand into a class action case that would cover all US homebuyers directed by a Zillow-affiliated agent into using the company’s mortgage services. Continue Reading Zillow Sued Over Alleged Mortgage Steering
New Report Finds NY Gov. Hochul Falling Short in 5-Year Affordable Housing Plan
Hochul allocated $25 billion in state investments to this initiative, which ends in 2027. Continue Reading New Report Finds NY Gov. Hochul Falling Short in 5-Year Affordable Housing Plan
Report: Trump to Expand 401(k) Plans to Include Real Estate as Investment Option
Under the order, the Department of Labor will review and update the guidance under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974. Continue Reading Report: Trump to Expand 401(k) Plans to Include Real Estate as Investment Option
Freddie Mac Expands CHOICEHome Mortgage Program to Single-Section Manufactured Homes
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the expansion of its CHOICEHome conventional financing options to include modern single-section manufactured homes. Previously, Freddie Mac provided multi-section factory-built homes with a 3% down payment option. As of today,...
ESPN to Gain 75,000 SF Studio in LA in Deal to Acquire NFL Network
ESPN and the NFL still need to negotiate a final agreement and clear approval from the league’s team owners and federal regulators. Continue Reading ESPN to Gain 75,000 SF Studio in LA in Deal to Acquire NFL Network
Citadel Credit Union Debuts Program to Aid Philadelphia-Area Black and Hispanic Homeowners
The program will provide provides up to $18,000 in assistance for purchase, refinance, or improvement of a primary residence in qualified communities. Continue Reading Citadel Credit Union Debuts Program to Aid Philadelphia-Area Black and Hispanic Homeowners
Las Vegas CRE Executive Receives Bloodied Pig’s Head in the Mail from AI Hater
“Perhaps this person watched too much of ‘The Godfather,’” said Agrippa CEO Blake J. Owens. Continue Reading Las Vegas CRE Executive Receives Bloodied Pig’s Head in the Mail from AI Hater
NAR: Typical Agent Reported 10 Transactions in 2024
NAR’s report showed that the median gross income for realtors totaled $58,100 in 2024, up from $55,800 in 2023. Continue Reading NAR: Typical Agent Reported 10 Transactions in 2024
Mississippi Man Accused of Assaulting Realtor Tells Court He Has Parkinson’s Disease
“First of all, I can’t even think straight,” Jerry Glynn Dennis said. Continue Reading Mississippi Man Accused of Assaulting Realtor Tells Court He Has Parkinson’s Disease
Mortgage Application Activity Up 3.1%
The Refinance Index took a 5% week-over-week rise and was 18 percent higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up 3.1%
Toronto Records Strongest July Home Sales in Four Years
The average selling price of $1.05 million was down by 5.5% from one year earlier. Continue Reading Toronto Records Strongest July Home Sales in Four Years
