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Syracuse University Launches Master of Science Real Estate Program
The one-year, on-campus program can be completed in one calendar year, with flexibility for students who prefer a longer timeline. Continue Reading Syracuse University Launches Master of Science Real Estate Program
Gov. DeSantis Hints at Special Legislative Session Aimed at Property Tax Relief
Holding a special session does not guarantee that any legislation would pass. Continue Reading Gov. DeSantis Hints at Special Legislative Session Aimed at Property Tax Relief
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Compass Acquires Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6 Billion in All-Stock Transaction
This transaction will bring together approximately 340,000 real estate professionals globally onto a shared network operating in every major US city and approximately 120 countries and territories. Continue Reading Compass Acquires Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6 Billion in All-Stock Transaction
Report: Rising Construction Costs Fueled Cancelation of HGTV Home Renovation Shows
HGTV has canceled seven shows over the past several weeks. Continue Reading Report: Rising Construction Costs Fueled Cancelation of HGTV Home Renovation Shows
Federal Judge Orders HUD to Resume Fair Housing Grant Funding to Nonprofits
District Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan, a Biden appointee, gave HUD an Aug. 4 deadline to report how it planned to meet its fiscal year obligations on FHIP grant distribution. Continue Reading Federal Judge Orders HUD to Resume Fair Housing Grant Funding to Nonprofits
Report: Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Letitia James in Mortgage Fraud Case
“This should be the end of this case,” said Abbe Lowell, James’ attorney. Continue Reading Report: Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Letitia James in Mortgage Fraud Case
Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.19% as of Dec. 4. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications decreased to 18.3% from 18.8% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
FHFA Gives Green Light for Use of FICO 10T Score Data
FICO announced the news in a corporate blog post; the FHFA has yet to make a formal announcement. Continue Reading FHFA Gives Green Light for Use of FICO 10T Score Data
Bayview Asset Management Completes $1.3 Billion Acquisition of Guild Holdings
Guild will operate as a privately held independent entity of the MSR Fund, which also owns Lakeview Loan Servicing. Continue Reading Bayview Asset Management Completes $1.3 Billion Acquisition of Guild Holdings
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
Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
Swalwell Sues Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Swalwell also accused Pulte of violating the Privacy Act of 1974, which forbids federal agencies from making unauthorized public disclosures of sensitive information relating to an individual. Continue Reading Swalwell Sues Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Report: Mortgage Delinquency Rate Down 11% Year-Over-Year
October’s foreclosure starts slowed by 9.8% from the prior month, but the foreclosure inventory was up by 37,000 (19%) year-over-year, Continue Reading Report: Mortgage Delinquency Rate Down 11% Year-Over-Year
Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
The increase is linked to the 3.26% house price increase recorded between the third quarters of 2024 and 2025. Continue Reading Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
