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New Charges Against Virginia Real Estate Agent Indicted for Construction Fraud
Two additional felony construction fraud charges were brought against Amy Argenbright last week on separate cases. Continue Reading New Charges Against Virginia Real Estate Agent Indicted for Construction Fraud
New Charges Against Virginia Real Estate Agent Indicted for Construction Fraud
Two additional felony construction fraud charges were brought against Amy Argenbright last week on separate cases. Continue Reading New Charges Against Virginia Real Estate Agent Indicted for Construction Fraud
New Listings and Pending Sales Up Across New York State
New York State’s housing market showed signs of strengthening last month as new listings and pending sales rose while existing home sales held steady. According to data from the New York State Association of Realtors, new listings of homes jumped 5.5% 12,858 listings...
Existing Home Sales Up 1.5% in September
Existing home sales increased by 1.5% month-over-month and by 4.1% year-over-year in September, totaling 1.55 million units sold, according to the new data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Last month saw a 4.6-month supply of unsold inventory,...
Mortgage Rates Are Falling Again
Mortgage rates are continuing to drop, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey published by Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC). The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.19% as of Oct. 23, down from last week when it averaged 6.27%. A year ago at this time, it...
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reAlpha Mortgage Expands into Nevada Marketplace
With the new Nevada operations, reAlpha Mortgage is now licensed in 31 states. Continue Reading reAlpha Mortgage Expands into Nevada Marketplace
Stacey Onnen Named President at HomeSmart
“We are pleased to welcome Stacey to HomeSmart at such an important time in our growth,” said Matt Widdows, founder and CEO of HomeSmart. Continue Reading Stacey Onnen Named President at HomeSmart
Report: FHFA Closing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s NY Offices Due to Letitia James’ ‘Corrupt and Dangerous Business Practices’
Fox News first reported the story, culling its information from an unnamed “source close to the Federal Housing Finance Agency.” Continue Reading Report: FHFA Closing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s NY Offices Due to Letitia James’ ‘Corrupt and Dangerous Business Practices’
Utah Officials Reject Property Tax Hike Requests from 35 Cities and Taxing Entities
The rejections were based on compliance with guidelines included in new legislation that went into effect earlier this year. Continue Reading Utah Officials Reject Property Tax Hike Requests from 35 Cities and Taxing Entities
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Affordable Housing Activists Plan March Through Toronto
“Governments must stop throwing millions of dollars in subsidies and incentives at profit-making corporations,” said John Clarke of the group 230 Fightback. Continue Reading Affordable Housing Activists Plan March Through Toronto
Top CFPB Enforcement Officer Quits, Claiming Agency is ‘Under Attack’ by Trump
Acting Enforcement Director Cara Petersen said the administration “has no intention to enforce the law in any meaningful way.” Continue Reading Top CFPB Enforcement Officer Quits, Claiming Agency is ‘Under Attack’ by Trump
HUD Secretary Turner: Los Angeles Rioters Forced Closure of 3 Field Offices
“Peaceful protestors don’t chant and destroy property under the banner of ‘Death to Amerikka!’” Turner stated. Continue Reading HUD Secretary Turner: Los Angeles Rioters Forced Closure of 3 Field Offices
Real Estate Investor Selling Hit Record High in 2024
Regionally, Missouri (21.2%), Oklahoma (18.7%), and Kansas (18.4%) had the highest investor buyer share in 2024. Continue Reading Real Estate Investor Selling Hit Record High in 2024
Mortgage Application Activity Up 12.5%
The Refinance Index increased 16% from the previous week and was 28% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up 12.5%
Colorado House Flipper Indicted on 11 Counts of Securities Fraud
Mack Jamie Sprouse is not registered to offer or sell securities in Colorado. Continue Reading Colorado House Flipper Indicted on 11 Counts of Securities Fraud
North Carolina Foundation for Helping Realtors in Need Removes ‘Realtors’ From Name
The Wilmington Realtors Foundation is now called the Housing Foundation of Southeastern North Carolina. Continue Reading North Carolina Foundation for Helping Realtors in Need Removes ‘Realtors’ From Name
Report: New Wave of Texas Data Centers Could Create Elevated Air Pollution Levels
More than 100 new gas power data center projects are currently being considered by Texas regulators. Continue Reading Report: New Wave of Texas Data Centers Could Create Elevated Air Pollution Levels
Canada’s RARE Real Estate Expands Into US Market
The company became a household name through the Amazon Prime series “Luxe Listings Toronto.” Continue Reading Canada’s RARE Real Estate Expands Into US Market
Mortgage Credit Availability at Highest Level in Nearly 3 Years
“Credit supply increased to its highest level since August 2022,” said MBA’s Joel Kan Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability at Highest Level in Nearly 3 Years
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