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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
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
Leadership Change at FHLBank Atlanta
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) announced President and CEO Kirk R. Malmberg will retire, effective Dec. 31. He held the leadership positions since 2021. Reginald T. O’Shields will succeed Malmberg, effective Jan. 1, 2026. O’Shields has been...
Andrew P. Sherman Named CFO at Skyline Title Support
Skyline Title Support, the Miami-based provider of real estate due diligence and title support services to title companies, attorneys, and real estate professionals, announced the appointment of Andrew P. Sherman as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Prior to...
Florida’s Single-Family Home Sales Up 13.6% in September
A total of 21,271 closed sales of existing single-family homes were recorded in Florida during September, up 13.6% year-over-year, while existing condo-townhouse sales totaled 7,187, up 8% from one year ago. According to data from Florida Realtors, statewide existing...
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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
FICO Debuts Program to Sell Credit Scores Directly to Lenders
“Today marks a turning point in how credit scores are delivered and priced across the mortgage industry,” said Will Lansing, CEO of FICO. Continue Reading FICO Debuts Program to Sell Credit Scores Directly to Lenders
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San Francisco’s Market Center Complex Sold at a Steep Discount
The property, which consists of adjacent 22-story and 40-story towers on Market Street, were 44% leased as of April. Continue Reading San Francisco’s Market Center Complex Sold at a Steep Discount
Chicago Fire to Build $650 Million Soccer Stadium Without Public Funding
The Chicago White Sox expressed interest in the site but demanded $1 billion in public funding to cover the development costs. Continue Reading Chicago Fire to Build $650 Million Soccer Stadium Without Public Funding
Oceanfront Oregon Hotel Listed for Sale
The hotel was built in 1966 and spans nearly 2.5 acres across five buildings, with 900 feet of exclusive beachfront access. Continue Reading Oceanfront Oregon Hotel Listed for Sale
Real Estate Agency Slammed for Offering Week’s Free Rent in Exchange for 5-Star Google Reviews
Oddly, the business did not suffer from bad reviews – it enjoyed an average rating of 4.8 stars from 851 reviews prior to the story going live. Continue Reading Real Estate Agency Slammed for Offering Week’s Free Rent in Exchange for 5-Star Google Reviews
Douglas Elliman to Expand Globally
“Elliman International represents the natural progression of our legacy as America’s premier luxury real estate brokerage now becoming global,” said President and CEO Michael S. Liebowitz. Continue Reading Douglas Elliman to Expand Globally
Platform Ventures Launches Multifamily Development Unit
The company “believes multifamily housing offers a blend of stability, income generation, and long-term growth potential.” Continue Reading Platform Ventures Launches Multifamily Development Unit
Progressive Insurance Debuts Program to Empower Prospective Homebuyers
Progressive is also introducing The UpPayment program, a down payment assistance program that will provide a $13,500 grant towards the purchase of a home to up to 100 qualified applicants. Continue Reading Progressive Insurance Debuts Program to Empower Prospective Homebuyers
Early 18th Century Brooklyn Farmhouse to Become Museum
The house was part of the Underground Railroad system that sheltered enslaved people fleeing from the South. Continue Reading Early 18th Century Brooklyn Farmhouse to Become Museum
Texas Legislature Passes Property Tax Relief Bills
The property tax relief bills are part of a 1,056-page, $338 billion two-year budget. Continue Reading Texas Legislature Passes Property Tax Relief Bills
Report: $17.6 Trillion in Q1 Home Equity
The new data report also found the average introductory rate on second lien HELOCs dropped below 7.5% in March. Continue Reading Report: $17.6 Trillion in Q1 Home Equity
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