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Dave McKinstray to Become SVP and CFO at Champion Homes
McKinstray most recently served as senior vice president and chief financial officer at WK Kellogg. Continue Reading Dave McKinstray to Become SVP and CFO at Champion Homes
Dave McKinstray to Become SVP and CFO at Champion Homes
McKinstray most recently served as senior vice president and chief financial officer at WK Kellogg. Continue Reading Dave McKinstray to Become SVP and CFO at Champion Homes
FHLBank Topeka Awards $5 Million in Native American Housing Grants
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka (FHLBank Topeka) is awarding $5 million through the third annual iteration of its Native American Housing Initiatives (NAHI) Grants Program. This year’s NAHI grants are being presented to 16 tribes and tribally designated housing...
Knock Rolls Out New Bridge Loan Plus
The Atlanta-based fintech Knock has unveiled Knock Bridge Loan Plus, a new product designed to pay off a homeowner’s existing mortgage upfront. According to the company, the product can pay off the homeowner’s current mortgage and release the equity locked up in their...
Share of First-Time Homebuyers at Record Low
The percentage of first-time home buyers has reached a record low while the typical age of first-time buyers hit a 40-year high, according to the 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers report published by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). For the...
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Toys R Us to Open New Wave of Flagship and Seasonal Stores
20 locations are either currently open or will soon open on a seasonal basis at malls in 17 states. Continue Reading Toys R Us to Open New Wave of Flagship and Seasonal Stores
Compass Unveils Buyer Demand, a Proprietary Tool for Real-Time Market Insight
The company said the tool will enable agents and their clients to identify dynamics across different price points. Continue Reading Compass Unveils Buyer Demand, a Proprietary Tool for Real-Time Market Insight
Report: 70 New Down Payment Assistance Programs Launched During Q3
More than 2,000 counties now have 10 or more down payment assistance programs available for homebuyers. Continue Reading Report: 70 New Down Payment Assistance Programs Launched During Q3
FHFA’s Pulte Pitches Investing in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Ahead of Potential IPO
Pulte claimed on X that the president was “opportunistically evaluating an offering” that might be conducted “as early as the end of 2025.” Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Pitches Investing in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Ahead of Potential IPO
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 10 Questions for FHFA’s Bill Pulte
GSE reform, credit scoring policy and conflicts of interest are discussed. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 10 Questions for FHFA’s Bill Pulte
Report: Increase in Home Equity Originations, Debt Outstanding During 2024
Last year, roughly 39% of borrowers cited debt consolidation as the reason for applying for a home equity loan, compared to 25% during 2023. Continue Reading Report: Increase in Home Equity Originations, Debt Outstanding During 2024
Turnbridge Equities to Launch Construction on 37-Story Luxury Tower in Raleigh
The property will also feature approximately 7,500 square feet of retail space on the ground floor. Continue Reading Turnbridge Equities to Launch Construction on 37-Story Luxury Tower in Raleigh
Landingplace Hotels Debuts 2 Conversion-Focused Brands
The company is focusing its development on urban and suburban markets with strong business, medical and university demand. Continue Reading Landingplace Hotels Debuts 2 Conversion-Focused Brands
Report: Global Buyers Acquired Nearly Half of South Florida New Construction Units
Roughly 86% of the global sales of South Florida new construction properties were made by Latin Americans. Continue Reading Report: Global Buyers Acquired Nearly Half of South Florida New Construction Units
Sen. Warren Leads Lawmakers in Questioning Pulte’s Cryptocurrency Directive to GSEs
The senators also expressed displeasure over Pulte’s conflict of interest in this directive. Continue Reading Sen. Warren Leads Lawmakers in Questioning Pulte’s Cryptocurrency Directive to GSEs
Grant Cardone Seeks CFO for New Endeavor
“Looking for a CFO with REIT experience running a public company to take Cardone Capital public,” Cardone wrote on his X page. Continue Reading Grant Cardone Seeks CFO for New Endeavor
Canada Invests $81.5 Million into New 159-Unit Development in Toronto
The nine-story development at 3101 Bathurst Street Vivant at Bedford Park will be developed by Medallion Corporation. Continue Reading Canada Invests $81.5 Million into New 159-Unit Development in Toronto
Thompson Thrift Endows $1.4 Million Gift to Indiana State University
Thompson Thrift noted that 15% of its team are counted among ISU alumni, including co-founders and CEOs Paul Thrift and John Thompson. Continue Reading Thompson Thrift Endows $1.4 Million Gift to Indiana State University
Florida Realtors Names Trey Goldman as SVP of Public Policy
Goldman was previously the Florida Realtors’ legislative counsel based in the Tallahassee public policy office. Continue Reading Florida Realtors Names Trey Goldman as SVP of Public Policy
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