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New Study Finds Hawaii Residents Spend the Highest Percentage of Income on Housing
The number crunchers at WalletHub are back with a new data report: “States Where People Spend the Most & Least on Housing.” Studying the costs of rent, mortgage and home energy across the 50 states and then comparing the data with each state’s median household...
New Study Finds Hawaii Residents Spend the Highest Percentage of Income on Housing
Iowa residents have the lowest percentage of income spent on housing. Continue Reading New Study Finds Hawaii Residents Spend the Highest Percentage of Income on Housing
Florida Realtors Group to Merge, Creating New Mega-Association
Two Florida-based trade groups, the Miami Association of Realtors and Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors (RWorld), along with their respective MLSs, have announced they are merging into a single association and MLS, effective May 11. According to the...
QXO Acquires TopBuild Corp. for $17 Billion
The building products distributor QXO Inc. (NYSE: QXO) announced that it is acquiring TopBuild Corp. (NYSE: BLD) for approximately $17 billion. Headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida, TopBuild is the largest distributor and installer of insulation and related...
REMAX: March Home Sales Up Nearly 32% From February
March home sales posted the largest month-over-month increase in three years, according to the latest REMAX National Housing Report. Across the 50 metro areas surveyed for the report, home sales surged by 31.6% from February to March, the strongest monthly increase...
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Two Texas Realtor Groups Announce Merger Plans
The merger will require the approval of the National Association of Realtors to become official. Continue Reading Two Texas Realtor Groups Announce Merger Plans
First Suspect Arrested in Texas Real Estate Fraud Scheme
Courtney Lister is currently being held on a combined $230,000 bond. Continue Reading First Suspect Arrested in Texas Real Estate Fraud Scheme
Habitat for Humanity to Create ‘Pope Leo Village’ in Wichita
“We like to say that we are putting God’s love into action,” said Danielle Johnson, executive director of Wichita Habitat for Humanity. Continue Reading Habitat for Humanity to Create ‘Pope Leo Village’ in Wichita
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Senate Confirmation Hearing for Fed Chairman Nominee Kevin Warsh is Delayed
The Senate Banking Committee has yet to receive requested paperwork from Warsh including financial disclosures. Continue Reading Senate Confirmation Hearing for Fed Chairman Nominee Kevin Warsh is Delayed
Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in March
“Credit availability increased modestly in March to its highest level since August 2022,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in March
Mortgage Rates Inch Down
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.37% as of April 9, down from last week when it averaged 6.46%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Down
White House Claims Powell ‘Signaled’ He Will Leave the Fed When New Chairman Arrives
This is not the first time that the White House offered claims about Powell’s departure. Continue Reading White House Claims Powell ‘Signaled’ He Will Leave the Fed When New Chairman Arrives
Report: A Record 34% of February Home Sellers Reduced Their Listing Prices
Texas and Florida sellers were most likely to cut prices. Continue Reading Report: A Record 34% of February Home Sellers Reduced Their Listing Prices
Property Tax on Average Single-Family Home Increased 3% in 2025
Last year, $396.8 billion in property taxes were levied on more than 89.6 million single-family homes. Continue Reading Property Tax on Average Single-Family Home Increased 3% in 2025
TikTok Account Impersonates Atlanta Realtors to Defraud Renters
The fake account promotes access to sublease units with “keys in hand” and “no credit check” while demanding a $100 upfront fee. Continue Reading TikTok Account Impersonates Atlanta Realtors to Defraud Renters
Ground Broken on New Affordable Housing Development in Columbus, Ohio
Construction on Landmark on Scioto is underway, and the community is expected to begin leasing this summer. Continue Reading Ground Broken on New Affordable Housing Development in Columbus, Ohio
Ares Management Acquires Whitestone REIT for $1.7 Billion
Whitestone’s portfolio includes 56 convenience-focused retail properties totaling approximately 4.9 million square feet in Sun Belt markets. Continue Reading Ares Management Acquires Whitestone REIT for $1.7 Billion