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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
A residential property tax hike in Boston, an investigation into Bill Pulte, and a surprise squatter in a California homeowner’s residence. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
A residential property tax hike in Boston, an investigation into Bill Pulte, and a surprise squatter in a California homeowner’s residence. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
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...
NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS
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
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White House Posts Picture of Jerome Powell as Marie Antoinette
James Blair, the White House’s deputy chief of staff, called him “Jerome Antoinette.” Continue Reading White House Posts Picture of Jerome Powell as Marie Antoinette
Trump Accuses Sen. Adam Schiff of Mortgage Fraud, Says He ‘Needs to be Brought to Justice’
The Fannie Mae website has no mention of an investigation into Schiff. Continue Reading Trump Accuses Sen. Adam Schiff of Mortgage Fraud, Says He ‘Needs to be Brought to Justice’
Realtors Sought for New Reality TV Series on Southwest Desert Markets
JS Casting has posted a casting call for “realtors with desert living expertise” for a new unscripted real estate series. Continue Reading Realtors Sought for New Reality TV Series on Southwest Desert Markets
Florida Congressman Faces Eviction from DC Penthouse for Nonpayment of Rent
Rep. Cory Mills called reporter Roger Sollenberger a “biased hack.” Continue Reading Florida Congressman Faces Eviction from DC Penthouse for Nonpayment of Rent
Founders Development Company Unveils New Texas Multifamily Development
The project will be a mixed-use project featuring townhomes, build-to-rent homes, retail, restaurants, a hotel, and a medical center. Continue Reading Founders Development Company Unveils New Texas Multifamily Development
Doorvest Announces Acquisition of Wreno
The financial aspects of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading Doorvest Announces Acquisition of Wreno
Zillow Unveils 5 New Features to Improve User Friendliness
All five features are now live nationwide on Zillow’s website and mobile apps. Continue Reading Zillow Unveils 5 New Features to Improve User Friendliness
CertifID Raises $47.5 Million in Series C Funding
Arthur Ventures, which previously led their Series A $12.5M and Series B $20M rounds, participated in the new funding round. Continue Reading CertifID Raises $47.5 Million in Series C Funding
Report: Chicago Officials Failing to Alert Residents of Lead Risk in Drinking Water
A 2024 study determined two-thirds of Chicago children under 6 years old live in homes with tap water containing detectable levels of lead. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Officials Failing to Alert Residents of Lead Risk in Drinking Water
Foreign Purchases of American Homes Up 33%
Florida, California and Texas were the top destinations. Continue Reading Foreign Purchases of American Homes Up 33%
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