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Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
As of October, Florida home values were down about 3% from the same month in 2022. Continue Reading Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
As of October, Florida home values were down about 3% from the same month in 2022. Continue Reading Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
Fathom Holdings Acquires Start Real Estate
The real estate services platform Fathom Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: FTHM) has acquired Start Real Estate, a residential brokerage focused on first-time homebuyers. Headquartered in Colorado, with recent expansion into Utah, Start Real Estate's 70 agents are expected to...
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
Mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2% in September compared to one year earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). On a month-over-month measurement, applications declined by 5%. The MBA estimated new single-family home...
FHFA Seeks Input on Strategic Plan for FY 2026-2030
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has put out a call for public input on its proposed Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030. The agency stated it is seeking ideas and feedback on three strategic goals: the oversight of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the...
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Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Debt Outstanding Increased During Q2
The level of commercial/multifamily mortgage debt outstanding reached $4.88 trillion by the end of the second quarter, an increase of $47.1 billion (1%) from the first quarter, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Multifamily mortgage debt...
Michael Bailey Promoted to CEO at Zeman Homes
Prior to joining Zeman Homes last June, Bailey spent over a decade with Equity Lifestyle Properties. Continue Reading Michael Bailey Promoted to CEO at Zeman Homes
Report: Fixer-Uppers Generate More Page Views Than Comparable Older Homes
During July, homes marketed as fixer-uppers came with a median list price tag of just $200,000, which is 54% below the $436,250 median for all single-family homes. Continue Reading Report: Fixer-Uppers Generate More Page Views Than Comparable Older Homes
Homebuyer’s Lawsuit Accuses Zillow of Deceptive Practices
The plaintiff, who was not publicly identified, is seeking class-action status for the lawsuit that will include financial compensation of up to $25,000 a person. Continue Reading Homebuyer’s Lawsuit Accuses Zillow of Deceptive Practices
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Patel Real Estate Holdings Tokenizes Multifamily Properties on Chintai Blockchain
“This fund represents a significant milestone in the evolution of real estate investing,” said Tejas Patel, president of Patel Real Estate Holdings. Continue Reading Patel Real Estate Holdings Tokenizes Multifamily Properties on Chintai Blockchain
Appraisal Institute VP Steps Away from Public Duties After Accusations of Sexual Harassment
Craig Steinley has not resigned, nor has the Appraisal Institute forced him to give up his position. Continue Reading Appraisal Institute VP Steps Away from Public Duties After Accusations of Sexual Harassment
Edmonton Condo Complex Evacuated Over Collapse Concerns Sold for $5.1 Million
Castledowns Pointe was built in 1999, but the complex’s problems became visible when acute structural flaws were discovered in 2023. Continue Reading Edmonton Condo Complex Evacuated Over Collapse Concerns Sold for $5.1 Million
Is Renting Less or More Expensive? It Depends Which Data Report You Cite
Redfin and Zillow published rental housing data reports with little common ground. Continue Reading Is Renting Less or More Expensive? It Depends Which Data Report You Cite
Developer Pleads Guilty for $13 Million Scams Involving Latin American Real Estate Projects
Barry Breeman was charged with and pleaded guilty to one count of securities fraud. Continue Reading Developer Pleads Guilty for $13 Million Scams Involving Latin American Real Estate Projects
‘There Are No More Excuses’ — Newsom Tells California Cities to Remove Homeless Encampments
“There’s nothing compassionate about letting people die on the streets,” said Newsom in a statement. Continue Reading ‘There Are No More Excuses’ — Newsom Tells California Cities to Remove Homeless Encampments
Purple Pepe Memecoin Gains First Acceptance as Real Estate Payment
Real estate developer Daniel Westermier is now accepting PURPE as payment for a commercial property in Sedalia, Missouri. Continue Reading Purple Pepe Memecoin Gains First Acceptance as Real Estate Payment
Report: Typical Home Sold in 2024 Was 36 Years Old
Only 9% of US homes were built in the 2010s. Continue Reading Report: Typical Home Sold in 2024 Was 36 Years Old
California Housing Affordability Level Improves Slightly
Compared with California, more than one-third (37%) of the nation’s households could afford to purchase a $402,300 median-priced home. Continue Reading California Housing Affordability Level Improves Slightly
Sharia-Compliant Real Estate Investment Fund to Focus on New Jersey Market
The fund was created by Apex Capital Group, a Princeton, New Jersey-based real estate investment firm. Continue Reading Sharia-Compliant Real Estate Investment Fund to Focus on New Jersey Market
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